Composite Technical Authority – Technology

Overview

In this role you will lead and advance the development and industrialisation of state-of-the-art composite manufacturing processes at GKN Aerospace’s Global Technology Centre in Bristol. You’ll guide a multidisciplinary team, ensure technical excellence, and drive innovation to improve product performance and reduce costs. Your work will shape advanced manufacturing technologies for aerospace applications, with a focus on engine and rotative structures. This opportunity offers high-impact projects, cross-functional collaboration, and a clear path to leadership in a cutting-edge field.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme (8% matched)
• Life assurance (8x salary)
• Car allowance
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Bonus up to 22.5%

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to a team of research engineers and specialists; mentor and guide across levels on composite manufacturing technologies
• Lead development and optimisation of composite manufacturing processes, including material selection, tooling methods, and supplier/product techniques
• Drive innovation to enhance performance and reduce manufacturing costs
• Ensure compliance with TRL processes, aerospace quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Technically lead strategically important projects with progress, budget, and schedule oversight
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and production teams to integrate composite technologies
• Provide training and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
• Address technical challenges systematically to improve manufacturing efficiency and product quality

Key requirements

• Extensive aerospace experience in composite component manufacturing process development
• Proven track record of significant contributions in composite manufacturing, especially engine structures
• In-depth knowledge of composite materials properties, manufacturing techniques, and industry standards
• Strong leadership and project management abilities with experience leading cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey complex technical information clearly
• Proven problem-solving skills to resolve manufacturing process issues
• Extensive academic and industrial network in composite process manufacturing development

• Innovation mindset
• Team collaboration
• Clear communication
• Composite material properties knowledge
• Composite manufacturing techniques
• Industry standards compliance (aerospace)

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