Assistant / Principal Materials Engineer

Safran companies; Gloucester; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant/Principal Materials Engineer, where you'll work with industry leaders in aerospace engineering. This exciting role offers opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience in materials and processes. You'll contribute to monitoring supply chains and conducting forensic investigations, all while enjoying a supportive work environment with flexible benefits. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm values your contributions and encourages you to apply, even if you don't meet every single requirement. Be part of a team that makes a real impact in the aerospace industry.

Benefits

Four and a half day work week

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Annual bonus and share scheme

Generous pension scheme

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Bicycle storage and shower facilities

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in materials laboratory environment, preferably aerospace.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, particularly steels, titanium, and aluminium alloys.

Responsibilities

• Monitor supply chain for landing gear parts.
• Conduct forensic investigations of landing gear parts.

Skills

Metallurgy

Materials Engineering

Data Processing Software

Technical Report Writing

Leadership Skills

Education

Degree in Metallurgy

Degree in Materials Science

Tools

Microscopy

Materials Testing Equipment

Job description

Assistant / Principal Materials Engineer

Published 04.29.2025

Company : Safran Landing Systems Job field : Material and processes Location : Gloucester, England, United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager

Aircraft in the sky, all over the world, made possible by you.

As part of our Materials and Processing team the Assistant / Principal Materials Engineer will work with industry leaders in aerospace engineering. You'll have opportunities to learn and progress, with investment being made on site it's an exciting time to join our growing local team.

Looking after the people who make Safran great is a priority for us. We offer a range of benefits designed to support you, both in and outside of work
• We value your time: Enjoy a four and a half day week, giving you Friday afternoons to recharge
• Time to unwind: Start with 25 days of holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays, and we offer options to buy or sell days to fit your needs
• Sharing in our success: We believe in rewarding your contributions with an annual bonus and share scheme options
• Planning for your future: We offer a generous pension scheme, with up to 8% matched contributions, and life assurance at 4x your salary
• Making your work life easier: Enjoy onsite parking, including EV chargers, a subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage, and shower facilities
• Flexibility that works for you: We offer a wide range of flexible benefits, because we know everyone's needs are different

Who are Safran Landing Systems?

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, from commercial and business travel to military and defence fleets. Our expertise cover the entire life cycle of our products from end-to-end: design, manufacturing, maintenance and repair.

We're at the forefront of aerospace technology, creating safer, more sustainable aviation for the next generation of aerospace. It's easy to take flying for granted, or forget the incredible amount of technical skills, capability and co-ordination required to create an aircraft. At Safran, we never take it for granted. Our people's talents and skills come together to make the feat of flying possible. Here, you can create an impact you're proud of, where you're rewarded for your dedication and willingness to learn.

What will I be doing?
The team provides Materials & Process expertise on a wide variety of subjects and provides support to a broad range of internal customers. As well as supporting activities at a site level, the Gloucester Laboratory team work closely with other Materials & Processes Laboratories within all Safran Landing Systems (SLS) divisions worldwide.

This role will mainly require involvement to support the monitoring of the supply chain for landing gear parts. In addition, there will be scope to participate in hands on work such as forensic investigations of landing gear parts.

Job Requirements

What do I need to succeed in the role?
• A degree (or higher) in metallurgy or materials engineering/ science
• Previous experience of working in a materials laboratory environment, preferably within the aerospace sector
• Extensive knowledge of metallurgy, particularly with respect to steels, titanium and aluminium alloys
• Have experience in supply chain monitoring, with regards to forging and/or melting practices of metals
• Data processing software skills
• Ability to interpret and write specifications relating to materials and processes
• Hands-on experience of metallographic preparation, microscopy and materials testing
• Ability to write and approve detailed technical reports and other types of technical documentation
• Must be able to effectively communicate and convey technical information to both internal customers and the supply base.
• Demonstrate excellent leadership skills
• A broad understanding of the fabrication

At Safran, we understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger and more effective, and as an organisation, we are committed to fair and equitable employment practices for everyone.

We also know that some candidates may be put off applying for jobs where they don't meet 100% of the criteria outlined in the advert, however, we encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate a variety of skills and experiences relevant to the requirements of this role. We will consider all applicants who meet the minimum requirements regardless of their age, identity or background.

Please apply by uploading a CV, and if your experience matches what we're looking for, one of our recruitment team will give you a call.

Offers of employment will be subject to a relevant level of company security vetting, which may include a criminal record check.

Join Safran and discover what we could achieve, together.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

There will be travel required for this role, both within the UK and internationally.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems. Its expertise covers the entire life cycle of its products, from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair. The company has partnerships with more than 25 airframers in civil, regional, commercial and military transport, supporting more than 35,000 aircraft and making over 100,000 landings every day

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