Composite Research and Development Engineer (KTP Associate)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Strathclyde in Glasgow is seeking a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Associate to embed composite manufacturing know-how within CAV Acquisition Limited and develop repeatable lab-scale processes for R&D and prototyping, with visits to Strathclyde. The role is based at a CAV site in County Durham and appreciates collaboration with academic mentors.

The post is part of the KTP programme funded by UKRI, offering a fixed term of 24 months and 1 FTE, with a salary up to £39,000 per

Job description

Composite Research and Development Engineer (KTP Associate) (858438)

Salary: Up to £39,000 per annum

FTE: 1 FTE (39 hours per week)

Term: Fixed for 24 months

Closing Date: 8 November 2026

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in partnership with CAV Acquisition Limited (https://www.cav-systems.com/) are seeking to appoint a KTP Associate to embed composite manufacturing know how within CAV and develop repeatable lab scale processes suitable for R&D and commercial bid ready prototyping. The post will be predominantly based at CAV Acquisitions’ site in County Durham with visits to the University of Strathclyde campus.

CAV is a leading provider of ice protection and drag reduction technology to general aviation, commercial aerospace, and defence markets worldwide.

The project is part of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) programme that aims to help businesses to innovate and grow by working with UK universities. Successful Knowledge Transfer Partnership projects are funded by UK Research and Innovation through Innovate UK and are part of the government’s Industrial Strategy. To find out how KTP works and the vital role you will play if you successfully secure a KTP Associate position please visit: www.ktpws.org.uk

Benefits

• Manage your own substantial training and development budget (you can also use this to attend conferences, cover membership of professional bodies etc.)
• You’ll ‘own’ your own project, linked to both a university and a business whose experienced teams will provide you with full support. Applying academic knowledge to a real-world challenge, this is a chance to deliver impact and shape your career whilst gaining valuable experience from industrial and academic mentors.
• KTPs offer extensive opportunities for graduates and post-grads, as you provide the link between an expert academic team and a dynamic company. This ‘bridge’ gives you unique and exceptional access to both worlds.
• A fulfilling employment opportunity where you can apply your knowledge to turn a key strategic innovation idea into reality within an innovative company.
• You can choose a variety of training modules during your KTP: project management, marketing and communication, finance, leadership and/or personal development, as well as job-specific technical training.

Department: Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering