Aerospace Composites Manufacturing Engineer - 4 Day Week

Brookhouse Aerospace Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

Overtime pay

Long service awards

28 days holiday

On-site health

Referral scheme

Life Insurance

Cash Plan

Bike2Work

Job summary

Brookhouse Aerospace Limited in Darwen, Lancashire, is seeking a talented Composites Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and optimisation of aerospace composite manufacturing processes. The role requires strong materials knowledge, CAD tooling skills, and a systematic approach to quality and cost targets.

You will work cross-functionally with design, engineering and production teams to implement efficient layup, curing and bonding methods, while staying compliant with AS9100

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or related field.
• 3+ years’ experience in composite materials manufacturing, preferably aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of carbon fibre, fiberglass and advanced polymers.
• Proficiency in CAD tooling/fixture design; experience with AFP, RTM and autoclave curing.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP and FAA regulations; strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and optimise manufacturing processes for composites.
• Collaborate with design, engineering and production teams on layup, curing, machining and bonding.
• Design tooling, fixtures and equipment for composite manufacturing.
• Conduct process trials and validate new methods for cost and quality targets.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues; lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and related aerospace standards.
• Document processes, work instructions and quality control plans.

Skills

Composite materials knowledge

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

CAD software

Tooling design

Lean / continuous improvement

Job description

Brookhouse Aerospace Limited in Darwen, Lancashire, is seeking a talented Composites Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development and optimisation of aerospace composite manufacturing processes. The role requires strong materials knowledge, CAD tooling skills, and a systematic approach to quality and cost targets.

You will work cross-functionally with design, engineering and production teams to implement efficient layup, curing and bonding methods, while staying compliant with AS9100