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Manufacturing Materials Controller

QinetiQ


Job Location:

Amesbury - UK

Yearly Salary: GBP 41400 - 46000
Posted: 27 September 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 25 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Package: (salary dependent on experience) Benefits

Role ID: SF20604

Are you ready to be part of the future At QinetiQ were not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Manufacturing Materials Controller at our Amesbury site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As a Manufacturing Materials Controller responsible for the creation and maintenance of Manufacturing Bill of Materials (BoMs) creating and control of Manufacturing Job Cards Stock Management and Material Management for all Aviation Engineering Centre (AEC) Manufacturing activities.

Day-to-day youll support the Production Manager ensuring manufacturing activities meet CAA Part 21 G and AS9100 aerospace requirements as appropriate whilst working in collaboration with the Project Delivery Teams and Manufacturing Engineers.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Acting as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of Material Control within the AEC providing mentoring guidance and support in a highly collaborative way
  • Reviewing design data to ensure all consumables procured parts and Manufactured details are considered and meet project lead time and cost constraints.
  • Creating and maintaining of Manufacturing BoMs within the MRP environment in collaboration with the Project Delivery Teams and Manufacturing Engineers.
  • Creating Material Masters for Purchased and Manufactured parts.
  • Work Order creation in line with process and any relevant regulatory requirements.
  • Implementing changes to the Manufacturing BoMs applying robust Change Management.

Essential experience of the Manufacturing Materials Controller:

  • Competency and experience of working within a production/manufacturing planning environment
  • Awareness of wider Aviation industry practice and general Engineering best practice that will enable positive cultural shift in Production Engineering
  • Operating an MRP system in an Aerospace or similar environment
  • Familiarity with Production plans and Outputs
  • Familiarity with Backflush Material Operations
  • Ability to read and understand Engineering drawings

Essential qualifications for the Manufacturing Materials Controller:

  • HNC Level in Engineering or equivalent evidence of experience and development to this level with evidence of Continuous Professional Development

We value difference and we dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Amesbury (Boscombe Down) site.

MOD Boscombe Down is a unique operational site featuring the longest military runway in the UK. Primarily focusing on providing testing evaluation and support services for aviation and aerospace systems. Renowned for its extensive flight testing capabilities the site plays a vital role in the UKs aviation defence contributing to the development testing and airworthiness of military aircraft enhancing operational readiness and effectiveness.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.

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Our Recruitment Process:

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know by emailing . One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world theres never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee youll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together youll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Benefits

  • Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
  • Options to join Health Cash Plan Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
  • Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance Travel Insurance Restaurants Cinema Tickets and much more
  • We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
  • Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

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Established in 2019, QinetiQ US is a leading defense and security company in the United States providing mission-led innovation at pace. We are a provider of technologically advanced services and products to the U.S. Department of Defense and national security agencies, positioned to ... View more

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