Composite Research and Development Engineer (KTP Associate)

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited; North East; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training budget

Academic–industry bridge

Professional development modules

Job summary

The Knowledge Transfer Network Limited is seeking a KTP Associate to embed composite manufacturing know-how within CAV and develop repeatable lab-scale processes for R&D and prototyping. The role is primarily based at CAV Acquisitions’ site in County Durham with occasional visits to the University of Strathclyde.

You will join a collaboration between academia and industry to deliver an impactful project, with access to substantial training and development opportunities and a strong mentorship

Responsibilities

• Identify current and new capabilities within and outside CAV.
• Establish Lab-Scale Composite Manufacturing Capability within CAV
• Validate Lab-Scale Manufacturing Capability and Product Prototyping
• Evaluation of Non-Destructive test methods for composite product prototypes
• Disseminate project and embed knowledge within company

Job description

Composite Research and Development Engineer (KTP Associate)

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in partnership with CAV Acquisition Limited 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.

Main activities/responsibilities

• Identify current and new capabilities within and outside CAV.
• Establish Lab-Scale Composite Manufacturing Capability within CAV
• Validate Lab-Scale Manufacturing Capability and Product Prototyping
• Evaluation of Non-Destructive test methods for composite product prototypes
• Disseminate project and embed knowledge within company

The position offers the KTP Associate the following 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.

The project will embed advanced design and manufacturing capability for composite materials within CAV Systems, enabling the development of a portfolio of fibre-reinforced polymer composite aerospace components case studies and strengthening the company’s long-term innovation and commercial offering.

About the business

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