Composite Technical Authority

Bristol
2 months ago
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Job Summary

The successful candidate will have demonstrated an outstanding contribution to the field of composite manufacturing process development and as such, the candidate must have a proven track record in leading and successfully executing complex technology development projects with particular focus on Resin Transfer Moulding and large scale primary wing structures.

The Technical Authority will be responsible for leading the development and supporting the industrialisation of state-of-the art composite manufacturing processes. Key aspects of this role involve; ensuring technical excellence throughout the development phase, driving innovation, leading a multidiscipline team, supporting the technology strategic planning process and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

How You'll Contribute

  • Technical Leadership: You will lead a team of research engineers and specialists fostering a culture of care, innovation, integrity, and ownership and you will provide expert guidance to all levels within the organisation on composite manufacturing technologies and processes including input into the strategic planning process

  • Process Development: You will lead the development and optimisation of composite manufacturing processes, including material selection, tooling methods, and supplier selection and production techniques

  • Innovation: You will drive innovation in composite manufacturing methods to enhance product performance and reduce manufacturing costs

  • Quality Assurance: You will ensure adherence to the TRL process and ensure that any manufacturing processes meet aerospace quality standards and aerospace regulatory requirements

  • Project Management: You will technically lead strategically important projects and working with the PM team you will be responsible for project progress reporting and budget and schedule adherence

  • Collaboration: You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, and production, to ensure seamless integration of composite technologies. You will harness the benefits of and continue to grow your extensive technical network/ecosystem

  • Training and Mentorship: You will provide guidance, training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians in the field composite manufacturing techniques

  • Problem Solving: You will address technical challenges in a systematic and collaborative way and implement solutions to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality

    What You'll Bring

    To help us make a difference, you’ll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

    Essential:

  • A Bachelors or Masters degree in Materials Science, Engineering or a related field

  • Extensive experience in composite component manufacturing process development gained in the aerospace industry. Recognised as an individual who has had an outstanding contribution to the composite component manufacturing sector. Highly conversant with case study examples of high maturity RTM large scale component manufacture

  • In-depth knowledge of composite material properties, manufacturing techniques, and industry standards

  • Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams. Ideally with previous exposure to ATI funded programs

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly

  • Proven ability to identify and resolve technical issues in manufacturing processes

  • Recognised nationally as a leader in their field and has developed an extensive academic and industrial network in the field of composite process manufacturing development

    What they can offer:

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience

  • Car Allowance (£5,500p/a)

  • Hybrid working

  • Up to 22.5% bonus structure

  • Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we’ll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis

  • Life Assurance 8 x salary

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Flexible working hours including the ability to finish at 12noon on a Friday

  • Income protection

  • Shopping discounts

  • Cycle To Work Scheme

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family

  • A collaborative, dynamic working environment

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