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Composites Development Engineer - Loughborough UK

Composites Development Engineer - Loughborough UK

Our client is part of a FTSE 100 listed group founded in the 1930's which is organised into four core technology divisions: Mission Systems, Defence Systems, Avionics and Surveillance, and Aviation Services.

Employing over 13,000 highly skilled professionals across the globe with customers in more than 100 countries and annual revenues of over £1bn our client has always been recognised for its innovative technologies, products and services.

Based in Loughborough our client is the part of this group responsible for the design, manufacture and testing of high performance Radomes for aerospace & defence applications.
At this facility our client deals with the initial design, through development to manufacture, test and in-service support of high performance Radomes.
With products and services ranging from fast jet nose radomes and missile system radomes to civil airline nose radome repair and testing and a total of over 80 staff (mainly professional engineering and skilled composite technicians) our client's standards form the industry benchmark.

The company is currently recruiting in a number of disciplines to fulfil the demands of an impressive and expanding order book and have recently added significantly to the strength of the Engineering Department. Their product range is extensive, extending from large radome primary structure on fast jets such as Typhoon to small high temperature components for Rolls Royce engines.

To support new & existing opportunities they have a requirement for a Composite Development Engineer at their Shepshed site.

The main roles and responsibilities are
" Assist in the design for manufacture/application for new exciting applications
" Aid, prove, document and manage the introduction of components into production
" Develop manufacturing and knowledge capabilities by supporting our goal to be a world class leader.
" Improvement of existing processes and tooling methodologies
" Support and development of working practices for Quality and NADCAP approvals
" Provide technical support both internally and externally to customers

Applicants must have,
" At least, a degree qualification in an engineering or materials discipline with a good understanding of composites.
" Catia skills would be an added advantage.
" Previous experience in a similar role is required.
" The ability to work effectively with a wide range of people is essential together with the ability to demonstrate and implement innovative solutions.
" Self motivated and determination combined with an enthusiastic attitude are also important attributes.

The successful candidate will be based at the Shepshed, Leicestershire site, reporting to the Engineering Manager.
If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience for this role please apply now or send your CV to jenna.beard@serl.co.uk
- Jenna Beard Defence Recruitment Consultant

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