Materials Engineer

Safran; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Materials Engineer to join its innovative team in Gloucester. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of sustainable aviation by supporting the supply chain and engaging in hands-on laboratory tasks. You will work closely with various internal customers and collaborate with global teams to ensure the highest standards in materials and processes. The position not only promises professional growth but also a chance to be part of a company committed to creating a safer and more environmentally friendly aviation industry. If you are passionate about materials engineering and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid/Flexible working hours

25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays

Annual bonus & Share scheme options

Pension scheme (up to 8% match)

Onsite parking with EV chargers

Subsidised restaurant

Bicycle storage and shower facilities

Career progression opportunities

Social events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Degree in metallurgy or materials engineering/science required.
• Experience in a materials laboratory, preferably in aerospace sector.

Responsibilities

• Support supply chain monitoring for landing gear parts.
• Conduct technical audits and assist with materials testing campaigns.

Skills

Metallurgy

Materials Engineering

Supply Chain Monitoring

Data Processing Software

Technical Report Writing

Communication Skills

Metallographic Preparation

Microscopy

Materials Testing

Education

Degree in Metallurgy

Degree in Materials Engineering/Science

Tools

Data Processing Software

Job description

Vacancy details

General information

Entity
Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defence 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 92,000 employees and sales of 23.2 billion euros in 2023, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran undertakes research and development programs to maintain the environmental priorities of its R&T and innovation roadmap.

Reference
2025-155329

Position description
Domain

Research, design and development
Job field / Job profile

Materials and processes - Materials and process engineering
Job title

Materials Engineer
Employment type

Permanent
Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager
Part time / Full time

Full-time
Job description

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon. Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. Due to expansion, we are now recruiting for a Materials Engineer to join our team.

This is an exceptional chance to join the Materials & Processes Laboratory team based in Gloucester. 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 mechanical testing campaigns and forensic investigation of landing gear parts.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

1. Involvement in laboratory tasks relating to raw material suppliers, forgers and foundries
2. Review of metallic supplier performance. Review current production performance and historical data
3. Implement improvement plans within SLS supply base for steel, aluminium and titanium materials
4. Technical audits of suppliers, with the help of the SLS Quality Assurance department
5. Support the qualification of new raw material suppliers, such as steel mills
6. Undertake duties to assist the internal SLS Materials Validation Board (MVB)
7. Support engineering and internal customers with materials related topics
8. Assist with laboratory testing campaigns relating to metallic materials, surface engineering/ protection systems and non-metallic materials
9. Involvement in the forensic investigation of landing gear parts

Travel specificity

There will be an element of travel with this role, to other Safran sites and suppliers as required.

Candidate skills & requirements

1. A degree in metallurgy or materials engineering/ science
2. Previous experience of working in a materials laboratory environment, preferably within the aerospace sector
3. Extensive knowledge of metallurgy, particularly with respect to steels, titanium and aluminium alloys
4. Experience in supply chain monitoring, with regards to forging and/or melting practices of metals
5. Data processing software skills
6. Ability to understand and interpret specifications relating to materials and processes
7. Hands-on experience of metallographic preparation, microscopy and materials testing
8. Ability to write accurate and detailed technical reports and other types of technical documentation
9. Must be able to effectively communicate and convey technical information to both internal customers and the supply base
10. A broad understanding of the fabrication process used to manufacture landing gear components
11. Must be flexible and be prepared to visit suppliers multiple times a year

Desirable

1. Knowledge of surface treatments and protection systems used on landing gear structures
2. Understanding of degradation and failure mechanisms applicable to engineering materials
3. Prior experience within a supplier for aerospace applications
4. French language

What we will give you?

1. Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
2. 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave
3. Annual bonus & Share scheme options
4. Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
5. Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
6. Our Benefits Portal offers a number of schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships and more!
7. Global and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes
8. STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
9. Social events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs

What's my next step?
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.

Diversity & Inclusion
We want Safran Landing Systems to be a workplace where everyone feels valued, can be themselves and know they can reach their full potential. We embrace and celebrate our differences through various initiatives and support colleagues through a number of staff networks.

Position location
Job location

Europe, UK, England, South West
City (-ies)

Gloucester