Process Development Engineer Aerospace in Keighley, Yorkshire

Teconnex is part of the Hexadex group and is expanding its capabilities in precision aerospace components. We are seeking a Process Development Engineer to support the development and industrialisation of new aerospace ducting products. This role will focus on developing and implementing advanced manufacturing processes for high-integrity aerospace ducting components, complementing our established aerospace clamps business. You will work with advanced materials such as Titanium and Inconel, supporting new product introduction from concept through to full production. The position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of advanced forming technologies, welding, metallurgy, and heat treatment, helping to establish robust and compliant aerospace manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust manufacturing processes for new aerospace product ranges.
• Support capability growth in advanced forming technologies, including deep drawing, bulge forming, hydroforming, and cup forming.
• Investigate and implement innovative manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing.
• Lead process development projects from concept through trials, qualification, and production release.
• Manage tooling development, validation activities, and process readiness.
• Ensure processes meet aerospace quality and performance standards.
• Work closely with Design Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance.
• Act as a technical interface with customers and external suppliers for forming, welding, and heat treatment operations.
• Support cross-functional problem solving during product introduction.
• Prepare clear process documentation, including process flows, work instructions, and manufacturing readiness reports.
• Communicate development progress, risks, and lessons learned to engineering and production teams.
• Ensure processes comply with AS9100 and aerospace quality expectations.
• Identify and mitigate risks relating to forming defects, weld integrity, metallurgical performance, and heat treatment consistency.
• Promote strong process control, traceability, and compliance documentation.
• Occasional international travel may be required to support other manufacturing sites.

About You

• Proven experience as a Process Engineer within aerospace or other regulated manufacturing sectors.
• Strong knowledge of deep drawing, hydroforming, bulge forming, or cup forming processes.
• Experience working with Titanium, Inconel, stainless steels, or aerospace superalloys.
• Practical understanding of welding, metallurgy, and heat treatment.
• Strong problem-solving skills in high-quality manufacturing environments.
• Confident using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting and analysis.

Desirable Experience

• Experience developing aerospace ducting components, flanges, flexible joints, or ball joints.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, or aerospace customer standards.
• Experience with forming simulation or process modelling tools.
• Exposure to additive manufacturing or emerging aerospace fabrication technologies.
• Experience working with global suppliers or outsourced manufacturing partners.

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• The right to work in the UK - no sponsorship available.

Desirable

• Training in aerospace forming or welding standards.
• Qualification or certification in metallurgy or materials processing.

Why Join Teconnex?

• Be part of the expansion of our aerospace product portfolio.
• Work with advanced materials and manufacturing technologies.
• Play a key role in developing next-generation aerospace ducting solutions.
• Collaborate with international engineering and manufacturing teams.

We look forward to your application, no agencies please only direct applications are acceptable.