Composites Design Engineer: Defence Armor Projects

NP Aerospace, Ltd.

Coventry

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Performance rewards
Flexible working hours
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Competitive pension scheme
Life cover
Healthcare Plan
Career development opportunities

Job summary

NP Aerospace, Ltd. is seeking a Composites Design Project Engineer in Coventry to contribute to cutting-edge projects across defence and vehicle armour. You will work closely with the Special Projects Director on initiatives that shape future product development. The role includes generating innovative designs for advanced composite materials and supporting engineering teams through product development and testing.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in composites and CAD modeling, and strong problem-solving skills. Flexibility in schedule and a competitive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with composite materials and processes.
  • Proven experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in composites.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with peers and management.

Responsibilities

  • Generate designs including material selection and CAD drafting.
  • Support design reviews and documentation.
  • Provide technical support to various engineering teams.
  • Develop specifications and manage testing programs.

Skills

Experience with composite materials
3D CAD modelling
Creative problem-solving
Communication skills
Strong time management

Education

Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

PTC Creo
Simulate
Windchill PDM
QAD

Job description

NP Aerospace, Ltd. is seeking a Composites Design Project Engineer in Coventry to contribute to cutting-edge projects across defence and vehicle armour. You will work closely with the Special Projects Director on initiatives that shape future product development. The role includes generating innovative designs for advanced composite materials and supporting engineering teams through product development and testing.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in composites and CAD modeling, and strong problem-solving skills. Flexibility in schedule and a competitive benefits package are offered.

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