Team Leader, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Vacancy Type:

Full-time, Permanent and onsite

Lead a skilled team. Shape lifesaving products. Make a real impact.

We’re looking for a Build Team Leader to lead a team of Mechanical Fitters who assemble our world‑class armoured vehicle and protection systems. If you’re a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment — and you want a role where your work directly contributes to protecting those who protect us — this is your opportunity.

At NP Aerospace, we know our success comes from our people. That’s why we invest in benefits that support your health, reward your hard work, and help you grow your career:

• Performance rewards – discretionary bonus opportunities
• Flex your day – flexible start and finish times (subject to manager approval and operational needs)
• Time to recharge – 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy more through our Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Support for Defence – two weeks’ paid leave for Reservists and Cadets, plus paid leave for Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs)
• Future security – competitive pension scheme (9% combined employer/employee contributions)
• Peace of mind – life cover at 3x base salary
• Health & wellbeing first – BHSF Cash Healthcare Plan to support everyday health costs
• Grow with us – career development and advancement opportunities within a global business
• Supportive environment – a team culture built on innovation, collaboration, and purpose

As the Build Team Leader, you’ll oversee the day‑to‑day performance of the Mechanical Fitters, ensuring that assemblies are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll allocate work, set clear expectations, and keep production on track by monitoring output, addressing issues quickly, and leading daily start‑of‑shift discussions.

You’ll be actively present on the shop floor, supporting complex build tasks when needed, maintaining accurate production and stock data in QAD, and ensuring your area runs smoothly. A key part of your role will be developing your team — identifying training needs, coaching individuals, managing performance, and building a flexible, multi‑skilled workforce that can adapt to customer and schedule demands.

You will champion safe working practices, lead risk assessments, enforce process discipline, and work closely with Engineering, Quality, and Technical teams to continually improve the build process.

Proactive and confident leader who gets the best out of people

Comfortable being hands‑on and actively present on the shop floor

Strong communication skills and ability to guide and motivate a team

Able to solve problems quickly and effectively

Confident in addressing performance issues when required

Solid understanding of manufacturing processes

NP Aerospace is a global leader in armour technology manufacturing and vehicle integration, delivering high‑performance, lifesaving solutions for the defence and security industry.

Our mission is to improve and protect lives, and our vision is to be a leading provider of innovative solutions that solve our customers' complex challenges. Our values – Respect, Collaboration, Integrity, and Dedication – form the bedrock of our culture.

Our extensive range of combat‑proven body armour, from ballistic helmets, plates and shields to bomb disposal suits, highlights some of the most advanced composite materials. With a team of R&D engineers working on next‑generation solutions, we also excel in highly engineered vehicle systems and armour platforms used by some of the world’s largest defence organisations.

Founded in 1926, NP Aerospace has served the defence industry for over 40 years, evolving into an agile and diverse company. Our Business Development team is expanding both in the UK and North America.

NP Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, national origin, gender,…