Materials Development Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Materials Development Engineer

Company: Morson Talent

Job description: Job Description: Capability Development Engineer – Materials

Location: North West England, Lancashire, Preston

Job Type: Contract (Full-Time)

The Materials Development Engineer is responsible for the following duties:

Job Duties:

• Developing and implementing capability enhancement strategies for materials in the aerospace and aviation industry
• Conducting research and analysis to identify materials development opportunities and improvements
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define material specifications and requirements
• Designing and executing experiments to evaluate and validate material performance
• Creating and maintaining documentation related to material development processes and procedures
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Providing technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders on material-related matters
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material development processes
• Monitoring and evaluating emerging material technologies and trends

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience in materials development, preferably in the aerospace and aviation industry
• Strong knowledge of materials testing and characterisation techniques
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for materials analysis
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials development, preferably in the aerospace and aviation industry

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of materials science principles and concepts
• Familiarity with material selection and evaluation methods
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations related to materials in aerospace and aviation
• Proficiency in using materials testing and characterisation equipment
• Ability to interpret and analyse material performance data
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Experience with composite materials development
• Knowledge of additive manufacturing processes
• Understanding of supply chain management in the aerospace industry

Working Conditions:

• This position is based in North West England, Lancashire, Preston
• Work is primarily conducted in an office and laboratory environment
• May require occasional travel to supplier or customer sites
• Full-time hours are expected for this contract role

Expected salary: £70 – 31.27 per hour

Location: Preston

Job date: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:08:20 GMT

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