Composite Materials Engineer

3 weeks ago

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom GE Full time
Job Description SummaryYou will be responsible for measuring and managing composite material data for the design and certification of propeller blades for the next generation of sustainable turboprop aircraft. Reporting to the Senior Composite Engineer, you will be part of a team delivering cutting-edge composite blade designs and manufacturing processes.Job Description

Within the Materials and Process team, you'll be the focal for material data. You'll be responsible for planning and executing material test programmes, with an emphasis on composite materials. This will be a mix of internal and external testing, and encompass both physical and virtual test methods.

You'll be expected to plan and conduct test campaigns in-house, as well as manage external suppliers and research partners to perform testing outside of the scope of our facilities' capabilities. This will also involve taking ownership of test procedures and internal test capability development. You will also be responsible for fractography and failure analysis of composite structures from test, to support design and analysis method validation.


A key part of the position is to support the design and analysis teams, both by providing material data to them and consulting on how it should be used. To assist with this, you'll be creating and maintaining digital databases of material data and allowables. These databases will include mechanical and physical performance data, but also sustainability data to support our drive to better understand and reduce the impact of our product on the environment.


You will also be required to collaborate with commercial partners, research institutions, Universities, and composite engineers across GE worldwide in the development of state-of-the-art new methods for physical and virtual testing of materials, to support Dowty in our mission to deliver the next generation of sustainable, high-performance aircraft.


You will be guided by structured goals and objectives and will have responsibility to deliver on inspiring projects supported by your manager and team around you. We will support you throughout the year to ensure you make the best of your GE experience. Your manager will offer coaching and mentoring, and the Company will provide opportunities for continuous professional development.

If you are passionate about Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical/Materials Engineering, we would love to hear from you.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • A relevant Engineering degree – Materials Science/Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Materials testing experience (ideally composite) – test methods, sample preparation, data capture and instrumentation, data reduction, statistical analysis
  • Knowledge/experience of Composite material mechanics and behaviour
  • Knowledge/experience of Composite structural design, analysis and manufacture

Desired Characteristics

  • Able to roll up your sleeves and get involved in challenging projects
  • Organised & able to work towards deadlines
  • Inspired and curious to learn
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to take ownership for projects
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Able to work as part of a team

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.


​Total Reward
At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

  • Non-contributory Pension
  • Performance related bonus
  • Life Assurance
  • Group income protection
  • Private medical cover
  • Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS


Right to Work
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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