Senior Materials Engineer – Aero Composites & FEA

GKN; Luton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Luton is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to develop next-generation aerospace materials, including composite aero structures and ice protection systems. This role involves project management, technical documentation, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates should have a strong background in material science and FEA simulation. The position offers competitive salary, bonus potential, and extensive benefits in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus

Industry-leading pension scheme

Life assurance 8× salary

185 hours holiday + bank holidays

Income protection

Shopping discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Virtual GP clinic

Free onsite parking

Local gym discount

50% off local travel card

Free airport Dart

Free airport parking

Discount with local nursery

Enhanced family-friendly leave

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of material science, characterisation and testing techniques.
• Experience in structural and thermal FEA analysis.
• Ability to interpret customer performance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and technical delivery of projects.
• Lead 'hands on' development test work and trials.
• Contribute to strategic product development and stakeholder management.

Skills

Material science

FEA simulation

Report writing

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Accredited Engineering / Physics / Materials based degree

Masters, PhD or EngD (desirable)

Tools

ANSYS

LS-DYNA

Abaqus

Job description

A leading engineering firm based in Luton is seeking a Senior Research Engineer to develop next-generation aerospace materials, including composite aero structures and ice protection systems. This role involves project management, technical documentation, and stakeholder coordination. Candidates should have a strong background in material science and FEA simulation. The position offers competitive salary, bonus potential, and extensive benefits in a collaborative work environment.