Materials Engineer - Fixed Term Contract to December 2025

The Materials & Processes Laboratory team based in Gloucester provides Materials & Process expertise on a wide variety of subjects and supports a broad range of internal customers. As well as supporting activities at a site level, the Gloucester Laboratory team work closely with other Materials & Processes Laboratories within Safran Landing Systems worldwide. The role of Materials Engineer will require involvement in a broad range of laboratory duties with a focus on forensic investigation of landing gear parts. There will be scope to expand the range of activities to include supplier quality monitoring, support to special processes, mechanical testing and supporting R&T activity., 1. Lead forensic investigation of landing gear parts 2. Involvement in laboratory tasks relating to raw material suppliers, forgers and foundries 3. Support special process departments, including surface treatments and non-destructive testing 4. Undertake a variety of mechanical tests to support supplier developments, R&T and to resolve production issues 5. Contribute to department and company improvements 6. Undertake reviews of procedures and participate in the development of materials and process specifications 7. Support the team with HSE initiatives 8. Deliver internal materials and processes training

• Knowledge of metallurgy, particularly with respect to steels, titanium and aluminium alloys
• A broad understanding of the fabrication process used to manufacture landing gear components
• Knowledge of surface treatments and protection systems used on landing gear structures
• Hands-on experience of metallographic preparation, microscopy and materials testing
• Understanding of degradation and failure mechanisms applicable to engineering materials
• Some prior knowledge of composite materials used in aerospace applications would be advantageous
• Ability to understand and interpret specifications relating to materials and processes
• Must be able to write accurate and detailed technical reports and other types of technical documentation
• Must be able to effectively communicate and convey technical information to both internal customers and the supply base
• Must be flexible and be prepared to undertake a range of duties to assist engineering, R&T and the supply chain
  
  Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in aircraft landing and braking systems and is at the forefront of contributing to safer, more sustainable aviation for current and future generations. We design, test, manufacture and assemble landing gear used on commercial aircraft including Airbus and Boeing, and UK military aircraft such as the Eurofighter Typhoon.
Gloucester is home to the UK division and has been a leader of cutting edge landing gear technology for over 90 years, since the innovative designs of Sir George Dowty. YOU can be a part of our legacy …, Safran was ranked globally as the world's third best employer in its sector by Forbes magazine in 2021. Our employees are at the heart of our success and we work together towards Four People Fundamentals that underpin life at Safran:
• We believe in and promote diversity and inclusion as key values across our business
• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future
• We create a trustworthy work place to support you, as you dare to act and innovate
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support for you and your colleagues
  
  Hybrid/Flexible working hours with an early finish on a Friday (4.5 day working week)
• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays, plus the option to buy/sell annual leave
• Annual bonus & Share scheme options
• Pension scheme (up to 8% match) and life assurance (4x salary)
• Onsite parking, including EV chargers, subsidised restaurant, bicycle storage and shower/changing facilities
• Our Benefits Portal offers a number of schemes including: cycle to work, technology & retail savings, access to healthcare & wellbeing services, discounted gym memberships and more!
• Global and local career progression opportunities and training & development programmes
• STEM engagement with schools, colleges and universities and Charitable activities for all
• Social events throughout the year, and access to Dowty Sports and Social clubs