Located in Wimborne, Dorset, Eaton's Aerospace division is a global leader in aerospace fuel systems, renowned for delivering fully integrated solutions for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our Wimborne facility specialises in cutting-edge air-to-air refuelling systems, advanced refuelling probes, air-to-air and air-to-ground launch systems utilising both pneumatic and pyrotechnic ejection technologies, as well as a range of Defensive Aids Sub-Systems. With over 80 years of industry experience, we are recognised as the world’s leading provider of air-to-air refuelling systems, offering fifth-generation solutions to Air Forces worldwide. Our legacy of innovation and technical excellence sets us apart as the most advanced air-to-air refuelling supplier on the global stage. **What you’ll do:** + Manufacturing Expertise: Serve as the primary expert in manufacturing, processing, and inspection techniques for additively manufactured products. + Process Optimization: Develop and implement procedures and work instructions, focusing on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost-effectiveness and quality + Collaboration: Work closely with internal customers, engineers, and AM process specialists to optimize additive manufacturing designs. + Operational Oversight: Assist in the day-to-day operations of the Additive Center, ensuring a focus on post-processing and manufacturing improvements. + Production Management: Oversee the creation and maintenance of production routers, ensuring accuracy in cycle times and pre-print activities, including plate preparation. + Post-Processing: Manage post-print activities, including sawing, tumbling, and programming/running post-print machining on XYZ CNC lathe or mill + Subcontract Management: Coordinate subcontracted post-print activities such as non-destructive testing and surface treatments + Quality and Safety Compliance: Support the maintenance of a quality system within the AM center and enforce safe work practices **Qualifications:** Manufacturing Experience in Aerospace CAD Modeling experience: Solid works/AutoCAD • Practical experience in mistake proofing (Poka-Yoke) • Experienced in the design of simple jigs and fixtures. • Proficient in the interpretation and application of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing **Skills:** • Experience of PFMEA and DFMEA processes • Experience of PPAP / APQP [desirable] • Health and Safety Qualification i.e. IOSH / NEBOSH [desirable] • Continuous Improvement Certification i.e. green belt [desirable] • Analytical approach to problem solving • Ability to work independently • Strong written and verbal communication • Takes initiative and is willing to challenge the status quo • Keeps calm and collective in high pressure scenarios **What we offer you:** + Competitive compensation and benefits package + Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team + Great company benefits including onsite parking and a gym + We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible + We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University + We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies + We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen The successful applicant will be in contact with US ITAR controlled technology, goods and information. As a condition of employment, employees with access to US ITAR controlled technology and goods may be required to undergo an additional screening process as part of the recruitment process We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.