Manufacturing Engineer - Composites Preforming

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Position Summary

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Rolls-Royce are currently developing manufacturing methods, processes and materials for their composite fan blades and containment casings. We are currently going through an exciting phase of growth as we deliver composite components and manufacturing programmes across a range of products, including UltraFan® Engine demonstrator programme.

The Composite Technology Facility (CTF) is part of our Engineering, Test and Safety business. There is an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to work within our business and within the UltraFan® Integrated Project Team. This work will involve the development of the hardware for a Mk2 Engine Architecture as well as a range of other components. The role will be based in CTF Bristol on the Filton site and visits to our offsite facility. It will involve working closely with other parts of the business including Rolls-Royce Derby, external suppliers and the National Composites Centre (NCC).

This role will give the chosen applicant an opportunity to develop within Rolls-Royce manufacturing team and enable them to influence the creation and delivery of the next generation composite fan system. The successful candidate will manage packages of work within the CTF and be responsible for delivering results across a cross-functional team from Design Engineers, Technical specialist through to Operations and Quality.

What you will be doing

• Delivery and development of automated composite preform processes including Direct Insertion (through-thickness reinforcement) for a range of components from fan blades to structures and providing a capable method to the operation team in the facility.
• Ensure the preforming process techniques meet our customer's requirements for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery and Lead time.
• Develop the Technical Package (Equipment Specification, TI's, PFMEAs, Tooling, Equipment and HSE documentation) to define the manufacturing process and control it effectively.
• Identify opportunities for new or improved process using statistical process control (Ppk and Cpk) to meet current or future requirements whilst sharing best practice across the community.
• Drive the composite process to Zero Defects through cost and quality waterfalls, owning the technology plan and strategy as we head toward industrialising the UltraFan system.

This role will require an individual who is able to integrate with a team of highly capable engineers focussed on the delivery of 'state of the art' technology.

Position qualifications

• Engineering or relevant discipline degree, HND or HNC with Manufacturing Engineering experience.
• Knowledge of automated pre-impregnated composite processes techniques including automated fibre placement. Experience working with either CNC machines or robotic arms is beneficial, as well as design of tooling for these processes.
• Understanding of technology readiness levels (TRL) (or similar processes such as MCRL) and driving processes to maturity.
• Understanding of the manufacturing engineering toolset to improve processes in our route to zero defects.
• Experience working to aerospace management systems and following process controls.

Regional Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave.
• Retirement Savings.
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce.
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury.
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Closing date: 6th July 2026.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.