Senior Materials Engineer

7 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom KDC Resource Full time
Job Description

Senior Materials Engineer

A unique opportunity has emerged for a Materials Engineer with passion and drive to join the leading missile systems provider in Europe

You will be part of exciting projects that are shaping the future of the defense industry.

Location: Stevenage - A relocation package may be available if you are open to relocation.

Dynamic (hybrid) working: Four days per week on-site due to workload requirements.

The chance:

This hands-on technical role will place you at the forefront of Materials Technology.

You will also have the chance to travel nationally and internationally to support customers and suppliers when needed.

The role entails working across all product lifecycle stages to ensure the appropriate materials are selected and used in the correct applications. This involves research and development of innovative materials, backing design and analysis teams, assisting manufacturing and procurement, as well as providing in-service support.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in specifying, producing, and testing metallic materials and components
  • Direct involvement in metallic material or component manufacturing
  • Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, including sample preparation and microscopic analysis of metallic materials
  • Expertise in specialized analytical techniques such as SEM/EDX, XRF, OES
  • Mechanical testing of materials
  • Surface preparation and treatments
  • Familiarity with environmental regulations and Health and Safety standards
  • Knowledge and experience in collaborating with material supply chains
  • Familiarity with aerospace or defense application fastener specifications and usage is advantageous
  • Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
  • Quality management and auditing of external suppliers, e.g., AS9100-based auditing or NADCAP

Benefits Overview:

  • Company bonus: Maximum of £2,500 (based on company performance, subject to annual variations)
  • Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee combined)
  • Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexible Leave: Entitles up to 15 additional days off
  • Enhanced parental leave: Provides up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with additional enhancements for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility services
  • Facilities: Outstanding site amenities including subsidized meals, free parking, and more
  • Training and Development: Excellent opportunities for career progression, training, and development

If you are intrigued by this opportunity, please feel free to get in touch. There is much more I can share with you about this exciting role.



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