Industrial Process Engineer - Supply Chain

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Industrial Process Engineer – Supply Chain

At Thales, we’re shaping the future of technology to build a safer, more connected world—and we’re looking for an Industrial Process Engineer to join us on that journey.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Build trusted partnerships with suppliers to deliver high-quality, reliable components
• Collaborate to optimise manufacturing processes and reduce costs
• Provide technical input during supplier selection, audits, and readiness reviews
• Lead supplier audits, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement
• Support First Article Inspections (FAI) and validate new production processes
• Analyse process data to improve quality, yield, and performance
• Drive APQP and PPAP activities to ensure smooth new product introduction
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, and quality teams to ensure requirements are clearly defined
• Support supplier manufacturing readiness and continuous improvement initiatives

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in mechanical manufacturing processes (machining, casting, forging, etc.)
• Background working with suppliers in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, APQP, and PPAP
• Strong communication skills and a relationship-focused approach
• A proactive, curious mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Ability to travel to supplier sites

Your background

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Product Design or similar, or equivalent industry experience

Why Thales?

At Thales, your work matters. You’ll be empowered to bring your ideas, grow your career, and collaborate with talented people across the business—all while contributing to meaningful, real-world innovation.

Benefits

• Performance‑related bonus
• 4 day week
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata)
• 24 hours volunteering paid for
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• Life cover
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all.