Aerospace Materials Lab Specialist

Impellam; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to join its Materials Laboratory team in Broughton, supporting the quality, performance, and compliance of materials and manufacturing processes used in aircraft production. You will work with advanced analytical techniques and collaborate with engineering and production teams to deliver high-quality aerospace products.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of analytical technologies, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise in aerospace

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Experience in a practical laboratory environment carrying out chemical analysis.
• Strong understanding of chemical testing principles and analytical methodologies.
• Experience with sample preparation and dilution techniques.
• Knowledge of chemical surface treatments and coating systems.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and industry standards.
• Strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analysis of surface treatment chemicals, rinse tanks, effluent, sealants, paints and hydraulic fluids.
• Perform sample preparation, dilutions and laboratory testing using a range of analytical techniques.
• Operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Analyse test results and produce clear technical reports for engineering and production stakeholders.
• Support investigations into non-conformance and failure analysis activities.
• Lead laboratory trials for new products and manufacturing processes before implementation on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to identify process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain laboratory procedures, work instructions and quality documentation.
• Conduct COSHH assessments and risk assessments.
• Ensure all testing activities are accurately recorded within quality management systems.
• Interpreting technical specifications, engineering drawings and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

BSc/MSc in Chemistry

HNC in Chemistry

Tools

Ion Chromatography

ICP

XRF

FTIR

Titration

Surface tension

COD analysis

Surfactant testing

Coating analysis

Job description

Airbus is seeking a Laboratory Specialist to join its Materials Laboratory team in Broughton, supporting the quality, performance, and compliance of materials and manufacturing processes used in aircraft production. You will work with advanced analytical techniques and collaborate with engineering and production teams to deliver high-quality aerospace products.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of analytical technologies, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise in aerospace