Materials Process Engineer - Graduate

Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineering parts for the global aerospace and defence industries, is now recruiting for its 2026 Graduate Scheme – Materials & Processes Engineering Pathway.

Our Culture and Values

At Ontic, we’re experts in what we do. Guided by our core values, we’re a team of driven individuals committed to continuous innovation in the aerospace sector. Together, we embrace the challenge to push our mission forward — becoming more than the sum of our parts. We’re a global family of specialists. We take pride in what we do and who we do it with, always striving for the best solution. We challenge the status quo, giving each other the freedom to experiment, innovate, and make a difference. Even when things get tough, we work together to deliver on our vision. Ontic is built on a culture of trust and excellence — for each other and the work we do.

The Opportunity

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Materials & Processes Engineering Graduate to join us on a permanent contract. This is a structured development pathway, designed to train and develop you into a fully capable Materials & Processes Engineer within an aerospace environment. This is not a general engineering or rotational programme. From day one, you will begin building the technical knowledge and experience required to specialise in this discipline, with the expectation that you will move into a permanent Materials & Processes Engineering role at the end of the programme.

Our Programme

This pathway will give you the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a highly specialised engineering environment while developing the skills required to support critical aerospace components. Over the course of the programme, you will gain experience in:

• Materials selection and approval processes
• Supporting special processes in line with aerospace standards
• Failure analysis and technical investigations
• Supplier and process audits
• Regulatory compliance, including REACH considerations
• Preparing technical reports and engineering documentation

You’ll take responsibility early, working on real engineering challenges that directly impact product integrity and business performance. You’ll be supported through a combination of on-the-job learning, mentoring, and structured development. By the end of the programme, you will have developed the capability to operate as a Materials & Processes Engineer within Ontic.

Who We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A degree (or predicted degree) of at least a 2:1 in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or a closely related discipline

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a genuine interest in Materials & Processes Engineering as a long-term career path
• Are analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with technical data
• Enjoy problem-solving and investigating root causes
• Are curious and motivated to develop deep technical expertise
• Can work effectively in a fast-paced, regulated engineering environment
• Are collaborative and able to build strong working relationships

This role requires commitment to developing specialist knowledge — it will suit candidates who are motivated to build a long-term career in this field.

Start Date

September 2026

Sponsorship

Candidates wishing to apply for this role who would require sponsorship should carefully consider the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship based on their individual circumstances. Ontic does not guarantee that this role will meet sponsorship requirements.

Benefits

Alongside a competitive graduate salary, we offer a range of benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, including:

• Up to 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 10 hours paid volunteering time
• Annual bonus scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Retail discounts and offers

Why Choose Ontic?

At Ontic, you won’t just start a job — you’ll begin building a career in a highly specialised engineering discipline. You’ll be part of a business where:

• Your work has a direct impact on critical aerospace components
• You are supported to develop deep technical expertise
• You can build a long-term career with clear progression opportunities
• We are a fast-paced business with ambitious growth plans; so if you are dedicated, enthusiastic and always seeking ways to improve, you'll enjoy a career with us!