Senior Production Engineer Systems Integration

Saab
United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Degree
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Security Clearance
Required
Posted
23 Apr 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

Security interview Baseline personnel security checks National security vetting Reference checks Verification of working rights

Introduction

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth.

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about ushere.

The Role:

This role is part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit in Fareham.

The role will aim to provide Production Engineering support for the final assembly and testing of remotely operated vehicles and systems, with a focus on clear, standardised process documentation. In addition, ensure appropriate production processes, equipment, and facilities are in place to safely and consistently manufacture products to meet cost, time, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct an analysis of current SOPs in the integration department to identify gaps, outdated procedures and areas for improvement.

  • Standardise process and procedures across the department to ensure consistency, reduce variation, and enhance cross-departmental collaboration.

  • Own, document and train others on manufacturing process and standards.

  • Attend SQCDP meetings and support a hands-on problem solving approach with Area Team Leader and Quality Engineering to achieve OTD and right first time objectives.

  • Assess compliance and adhere to safety/quality standards.

  • Providing technical support for production and production control.

  • Developing, optimising and implementing factory floor layouts/production cells.

  • Analyse data to drive continuous improvement of processes and workflows.

Skills and Experience:

  • Multi-disciplined senior engineer with an electrical bias and experience in test, pre-commissioning, and fault finding.

  • Background in low-volume, one-off engineered products and systems; ideal for Production, Project, or Delivery Engineers.

  • Strong mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering knowledge, especially for complex assemblies like ROVs.

  • Troubleshooting: Technical problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve production issues.

  • Minimum qualifications HNC/HND, Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience preferably in Electrical, Mechanical, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

  • Hands-on production support experience in assembly, testing, and quality control.

  • Relevant certifications (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt) are a plus; familiarity with hydraulics is also beneficial. Support and training is available for Working with Electrics, High Voltages, and Hydraulics.

By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.

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