The Luton Engineering ensuring they are compliant with all relevant customer, regulatory, and airworthiness requirements. Preparing and defining tests/test plans; critical and systematic interpretation and analysis of test data, applying the outcome of tests for substantiation of specification changes. Defining activities in a project-oriented fashion with identification of deliverables, milestones and associated planning. Troubleshooting and production support on Materials Issues (e.g. Polymers and bonding). Interfacing with customers on a technical (M Good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing, Team player at all levels in the company, pro-active attitude, but also capable of acting on an individual basis and reporting back to the relevant parties within GKN. Desirable: Ability to plan work through formal project management processes, to ensure successful delivery of required outcomes. You will have an awareness of aerospace certification requirements. Knowledge of / experience in Transparent thin film coatings As Senior Materials Engineer you should have a broad interest in Aerospace engineering with a high level of understanding in non-metallic material technologies design, analysis, testing, certification and manufacture of electro-thermal ice protection, military fast jet canopies and flight deck windows to over 20 programmes including: Boeing 787, Dreamliner, AgustaWestland, AW101, Eurofighter Typhoon and Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. Our customers include Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, Bell Helicopters, Textron, BAE Systems, Pratt
Senior Materials Engineer in Devon employer: GKN
GKN Aerospace is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our East Cowes site where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee development and continuous improvement, we provide ample opportunities for growth while fostering a culture that values teamwork and excellence in aerospace manufacturing. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to driving performance and making a meaningful impact in the industry.
