Senior Composite Material Engineer (H/F) - AIRBUS OPERATIONS SL

We are currently looking for a Senior Composite Material Engineer for a position in Belfast, Northern Ireland to support A220 wing production.

Your Main Responsibilities:

• You will be managing composite material activities in the Belfast production facilities.
• Contributing and supporting production issues for assembly and surface treatment technologies.
• Support/lead product improvement for cost or quality aspects of composite parts.
• Coordinate/support activities with the relevant Plant Engineering and Material & Process community.
• You will be responsible for material selection and support to design, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, and quality for any material-related queries, concessions, etc.
• You will build and maintain a strong stakeholder network with internal interfaces such as design offices, procurement, supply chain, and quality.

Skills:

We are looking for an Engineer or Sciences Degree with experience in Composite Materials and Processes, with knowledge (but not limited to) on assembly and/or surface-related materials and technologies with respect to development and design of solutions, materials qualifications, M&P processes, testing, and failure analysis. The position requires a good balance between high technical expertise in M&P composite technologies, manufacturing processes, testing, and some managerial skills.

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Educated to degree level in Engineering or Science Degree.
• Valuable: Master's Engineer or Master's Sciences Degree.
• Experience in Engineering, at least 8 years of proven experience in Composites Materials and Processes, with knowledge in component assembly and surface treatment technologies.
• Experience supporting technically new material supplier qualifications and developments.
• Ability to technically lead projects in an international and interdisciplinary environment across different levels of hierarchy.
• Demonstrated networking skills and technical leadership in collaboration with external partners, with a problem-solving approach.

What we offer:

• A diverse and international team interacting with a global material and part supply chain supported by an agile and open-minded management team.
• A dynamic and fast-paced business environment where your experience, expertise, and knowledge directly impact day-to-day business operations as well as future developments in composite materials.
• The opportunity to grow continuously in your field of expertise and develop yourself supported by professional training and a network of enthusiastic and knowledgeable colleagues.

This job requires awareness of potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation, and sustainable growth.

If your profile matches our requirements and you are interested in joining our dynamic and multicultural team of professionals, you can complete your application online (providing your CV and cover letter outlining your motivation and notice period).

Airbus is committed to workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications regardless of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief. Airbus will never ask for monetary exchange during recruitment, and impersonation should be reported to emsom@airbus.com. We support flexible working arrangements to foster innovation.