Advanced Composite Manufacturing Specialist

4 weeks ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Rolls-Royce plc Full time
Unlock Your Potential in Advanced Composite Manufacturing

We are seeking an exceptional Advanced Composite Manufacturing Specialist to join our team at Rolls-Royce plc. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented individual to develop their skills and expertise in the field of composite manufacturing.

About the Role:

As an Advanced Composite Manufacturing Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering machining programmes and processes for a range of composite components from fan blades to structures. You will work closely with our operations team to provide capable methods and ensure that our customer's requirements for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Lead time are met.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and implement technical packages (equipment specifications, technical instructions, process flow maps, equipment, and health and safety documentation) to define the manufacturing process and control it effectively.
  2. Identify opportunities for new or improved processes using statistical process control (Ppk and Cpk) to meet current or future requirements while sharing best practice across the community.
  3. Drive the composite machining process to zero defects through cost and quality waterfalls, owning the technology plan and strategy as we head towards industrialising the UltraFan system.

You Will Be Working In:

Our state-of-the-art Composite Technology Facility, part of our Engineering, Test, and Safety business. As an Advanced Composite Manufacturing Specialist, you will be working within our business and within the UltraFan Integrated Project Team, collaborating with other parts of the company, including Rolls-Royce Derby, external suppliers, and the National Composites Centre.

What We Offer:

We offer an excellent salary of £60,000 per annum, competitive benefits, including bonus, employee support assistance, and employee discounts. Additionally, you will have access to excellent development opportunities, allowing you to grow your career within Rolls-Royce plc.

Requirements:

  • An engineering or relevant discipline degree/HND/HNC and previous experience working in a manufacturing engineering role.
  • Hands-on practical experience with CNC machines in an operational environment.
  • Experience in CAD modelling and CAM programming for 5-axis CNC machines, including on-machine probing (training available).
  • Understanding of the manufacturing engineering toolset to improve processes in our route to zero defects.

Candidates Are Encouraged To Apply From Diverse Backgrounds:

We welcome applications from people with a refugee background. Please learn more about our global inclusion strategy at Our People | Rolls-Royce.



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