R&T Industrial Composite Engineer

Tesat-Spacecom GmbH & Co. KG; Filton; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Filton is seeking an Industrial Composite Engineer to contribute to the development of new composite technologies and manage projects related to their industrialization. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and at least 3 years of experience in composite manufacturing, excellent communication skills, and project management experience. This role offers flexible working arrangements and numerous benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Flexi time

Generous pension scheme

Access to a benefits platform

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in composite technology.
• Knowledge of Composite Quality requirements and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient in English with strong negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Industrial Strategy for composite technology.
• Lead projects for the industrialization of technologies.
• Manage risks in R&T and dissemination projects.

Skills

Tooling for Composites

Composite Knowledge

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for an Industrial Composite Engineer to join the Airbus Protect Industrial Innovation Team within the Sustainability Business Unit, in Filton. The main objective of the team is to mature new technologies in R&T and to disseminate mature technologies in order to improve legacy & future programs. The jobholder is responsible for the development and maturation of New Composite Manufacturing Technologies covering the complete manufacturing process (from laying to finishing) up to industrial maturity demonstration at full scale and the following dissemination of these technologies.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to Industrial Strategy for composite Technology for short, mid and long-term term (R&T)
• Support the dissemination of technology across the plants.
• Define & Perform physical trials.
• Collaborate with partners such as Technological centers or suppliers for new developments.
• Lead projects for Industrialization of technologies.
• Manage risks inside the R&T and dissemination projects.

The role will be based in Filton, UK and may require travels depending upon specific projects and engagement with all sites.

Qualifications

• You hold an Engineering degree or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Experience with Tooling for Composites, including supplier management and delivery.
• Fundamental knowledge on Composite, including Dry/Pre-Pregs.
• Experience with Resin Infusion / Injection.
• Experienced industrializing projects related to composite manufacturing.
• Project Management experience (local and transnational).
• Able to define Design for Manufacture requirements & challenge State of the Art designs.
• Automation & Robotics Knowledge would be plus.
• Knowledge of Composite Quality requirements, including manufacturing Specifications, Processes & Standards.
• Negotiation level in English.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.
• Demonstrate a strong vision of what the future industrial system should look like.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and transnational environment, understanding of the Airbus context.
• Creative, open mindset, willingness to explore and learn.
• Team player.
• Problem solving skills.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday
• Hybrid working
• Flexi time
• Option to purchase holidays
• Generous pension scheme
• Eligibility to a Company profit sharing scheme
• Share options
• Access to a benefits platform offering car leasing, family health plans, dental plan, shopping discounts and much more …
• A close and caring management
• A pipeline of innovative projects
• A community of recognised experts
• Great career paths and training opportunities

Airbus PROTECT brings together experts in risk analysis and management in the fields of safety, cybersecurity and sustainability. We deliver expertise to our own group, Airbus, for whom we act as a privileged partner, but also to external clients. With over 1,800 experienced professionals based in France, UK and Germany, we service large-scale contracts with companies such as critical infrastructures (CNI), other industries and public institutions. Our positioning and strategy enable us to meet the highest standards of the market and to meet the challenges of tomorrow as a team. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to [e-mail]. At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.