Composite Manufacturing Engineer – Graduate / Postgraduate
Are you a recent Engineering graduate or postgraduate with a Master’s or PhD in Composite Materials, ideally with some industry experience? Do you want to help shape the next generation of advanced composite technologies in a high-profile aerospace environment?
We are looking for a Composite Manufacturing Engineer to join an innovative engineering team on a new project. In this role, you will play a key part in the development and evolution of composite materials and manufacturing processes for cutting-edge aerospace applications.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the development of next-generation composite materials and manufacturing techniques.
- Working with a range of advanced aerospace composite parts, improving assembly processes and adopting a Zero Defects philosophy.
- Creating clear work instructions and optimising processes from lamination to assembly.
- Leading continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and enhance efficiency.
- Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders on New Product Introductions (NPI).
- Applying data-driven problem-solving techniques such as 8D and 5 Whys to manufacturing challenges.
What we’re looking for:
- MSc or PhD in Composite Materials or a related engineering discipline.
- Ideally 1 year of industrial experience, preferably in composites manufacturing or aerospace.
- Knowledge of composite processing techniques such as prepreg, RTM, and autoclave processes.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- A self-starter mindset with the ability to drive activities through to completion.
- Comfortable working collaboratively within a high-performing operations team.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary (£45k–£65k) + 1 day working from home.
- Relocation package of £1,300 to support your move.
- Early finish on Fridays and flexible working policies.
- Pension contributions up to 10%.
- Health & wellbeing support, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on a wide range of products.
- A culture focused on teamwork, integrity, and excellence, with opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.
*This company DOES NOT offer sponsorship – you NEED full right to work in the UK! The successful applicant needs to do a Security Clearance which requires living in and not left the UK longer than 90 days in the past 5 years*
If you’re ready to launch your career in composite materials engineering and work on technologies that are shaping the future of aerospace, we’d love to hear from you.
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