Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Company: ANT Industries
Jordan’s career at ANT Industries, spanning 12 years, is a testament to his commitment to the business and his personal development. He is widely recognised for his strong customer-facing skills, often leading meetings with world-class aerospace clients—an honour typically reserved for more senior team members.
Trusted by Experienced Peers: Senior colleagues regularly praise Jordan’s knowledge and professionalism, allowing him to take the lead in high-stakes customer discussions.
Proactive in Learning & Development: He actively embraces training opportunities, continuously expanding his skill set to adapt to the latest manufacturing advancements.
Championing the Next Generation of Engineers: By embodying the future of the aerospace industry, Jordan inspires younger engineers and apprentices, proving that long-term dedication and continuous learning can lead to leadership opportunities.
The UK engineering sector faces a critical challenge: an ageing workforce with an average engineer age of 54. Addressing this impending skills gap is crucial for the sustainability of the aerospace industry. As a Manufacturing Engineer at ANT Industries, Jordan McAllister represents the next generation of talent—combining technical expertise with a forward-thinking mindset to drive both his company and the wider industry forward.
Driving Innovation & Process Improvement
Over the last 18 months, Jordan has played a key role in enhancing ANT Industries’ manufacturing capabilities, particularly in metrology and precision engineering. His involvement in procuring and integrating advanced measurement technology, such as the ACCRETECH RONDCOM 65B, has directly impacted the company’s operational efficiency and product quality.
Enhanced Precision & Quality Assurance: The RONDCOM 65B’s ability to detect rotational measurement inaccuracies to within 10 nanometres (±0.01 µm) has strengthened ANT Industries’ quality assurance, ensuring compliance with the most stringent aerospace standards.
Increased Efficiency: The new system’s automatic component centring and tilting, completing processes in under 60 seconds, has significantly reduced measurement cycle times and streamlined workflows.
Customer-Driven Solutions: Jordan’s direct engagement with aerospace customers influenced the decision to invest in this technology, demonstrating his ability to align manufacturing improvements with industry needs.
A Rising Star in UK Manufacturing
Jordan McAllister is not just an excellent manufacturing engineer—he is a future industry leader. His technical contributions, problem-solving mindset, and customer engagement skills set him apart as someone who will shape the next chapter of UK aerospace manufacturing.
By blending technical excellence with leadership potential, Jordan is a worthy candidate for The Manufacturer Top 100, representing the next generation of manufacturing professionals who will ensure the industry remains competitive and innovative for decades to come.
