Research Engineer - Non-Destructive Testing
Research Engineer - Non-Destructive Testing
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Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Engineer within Non Destructive Testing.
If you would like to join a companywho are at the forefront of aerospace trends and technology and are passionate about cutting-edge aerospace innovation and precision engineering we would like to hear from you!
As a member of the Research Technology Team for Non Destructive Testing (NDT) you will be required to manage technology research projects develop NDT technology through creative and methodical thinking and provide NDT practical and technical assistance when required.
The role offers a hybrid working structure Monday to Friday.
How Youll Contribute
Your required contributions are as follows:
- Deliver NDT research projects from project conception through to project closure making informed technical decisions to ensure the project meets its purpose/objectives.
- Actively engage in the creation of innovative ideas that add value to NDT projects. This will be achieved via a combination of hands on work raising and issuing reports and presentations etc
- Perform Routine inspections calibrations and develop new inspection techniques where required. This will include the writing of NDT reports and documenting the procedure for new inspection techniques.
- Have the ability to read and use specifications/standards to undertake tasks such as technique development test setup and manufacture of test blocks
What Youll Bring
To help us make a difference youll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills experience qualifications and attributes:
Essential
- Lvl2 in Ultrasonic Testing qualified to EN4179
- Experience running and managing technology research projects
- Experience in inspection of Composite Materials using both manual and automated Ultrasonic inspection techniques
Desired
- Familiar with robotic integration considerations for NDT
- NDT experience in radiographic methods or eddy current
- Familiar with the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) process
- Professional accreditation or working towards professional accreditation
Education
- A degree or Masters level qualification in an Engineering discipline preferably in materials science aerospace or mechanical engineering
What Well Offer
Once youre on board youll get the following perks and benefits:
Competitive salary dependant on experience
Opportunity to earn up to 15% bonus
Hybrid working giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working
Industry Leading Pension Scheme well match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
25 days holiday bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
A collaborative dynamic working environment
Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
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Employment Type
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