Materials Engineer

Location: Filton (Hybrid – 60% onsite), Initial handover will require being onsite 100%.

Contract: Until March 2027

Hours: 35 per week (4.5‑day week, between 7am–7pm)

Pay: £26.16ph PAYE / £35ph Umbrella

Clearance: BPSS+ (completed by the Client’s Security Team)

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About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Assembly Technologies Specialist/Materials Engineer to join their Research & Technology (R&T) division. This is a pivotal role supporting the development, evaluation, and implementation of innovative assembly processes and technologies that will shape future aircraft production.

You will work on cutting-edge manufacturing concepts, contribute to industrial trials, and collaborate with a wide network of engineering partners. This position is ideal for someone passionate about advanced assembly methods, automation, and emerging manufacturing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D activities focused on novel assembly technologies including advanced joining, automation, and next‑generation manufacturing solutions.
• Evaluate new technologies for feasibility, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Design, plan, and execute experiments, use cases, and industrial trials to validate new concepts.
• Analyse data, produce technical insights, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary internal teams and external partners to drive technological innovation for future production lines.
• Develop technical specifications, process documentation, and best practices for new assembly technologies.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Strong background in assembly processes such as riveting and fastening systems.
• Experience in R&T, manufacturing, or engineering environments.
• Practical understanding of composite materials
• Experience preferred over formal qualification; however, a degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Materials, Production Engineering, or similar is beneficial.
• Hands‑on experience with automation or advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Competency with CAD tools such as CATIA/3DX.
• Strong problem‑solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.

If you think this could be a new and exciting career opportunity for you and you would like to learn more or just for an initial, no-obligation conversation please contact me on 07732 694 243 or you can apply directly by following the Easy Apply link and I will contact you as soon as I receive your contact details.