Composite Materials Technician-Aerospace Process & Quality

GKN Aerospace; East Cowes; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Materials Engineering Technician (Composites) based in East Cowes to support composite manufacturing engineering for both operational and developmental programmes, delivering zero-defect projects through robust process technology. The role offers opportunities to advance within aerospace manufacturing.

This position suits candidates with Level 4 (HNC) in a related subject, knowledge of composites, and a proactive, team-focused mindset—ideal for those aiming to build a

Qualifications

• Experience with composite materials engineering and processing methods.
• Awareness of continuous improvement and Lean management principles.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to interface with customers and suppliers.
• Proactive and capable of working independently in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production by test and audit to ensure robust process selection and control.
• Support delivery of robust, repeatable, and reliable manufacturing processes for materials and processes.
• Maintain and coordinate process controls, e.g. process specifications and LTI documentation.
• Collaborate to improve and develop process control schedules.

Skills

Composite materials engineering

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Education

Level 4 (HNC) in a related subject

Job description

GKN Aerospace is seeking a Materials Engineering Technician (Composites) based in East Cowes to support composite manufacturing engineering for both operational and developmental programmes, delivering zero-defect projects through robust process technology. The role offers opportunities to advance within aerospace manufacturing.

This position suits candidates with Level 4 (HNC) in a related subject, knowledge of composites, and a proactive, team-focused mindset—ideal for those aiming to build a