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Laboratory Lead - Aerospace Manufacturing, Southampton
Client:
Location:
Southampton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
3
Posted:
17.05.2025
Expiry Date:
01.07.2025
Job Description:
Job summary
Our client within the Aerospace sector is currently seeking an experienced Laboratory Lead in Southampton on a permanent basis.
Key skills required for this role
Prior experience leading teams within a Laboratory environment in the Aerospace domain, NAPCAP, Metallurgy.
Are you a technically driven engineering professional with strong expertise in materials and processing within the aerospace sector? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading Aerospace manufacturer seeking a Laboratory Manager to lead and support their technical team across a diverse range of materials and testing capabilities.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing environment where innovation, precision, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything. You'll lead daily lab activities, support key quality and EHS initiatives, and oversee calibration services and audit preparations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee and manage daily operations of the materials laboratory.
* Lead the preparation and hosting of NADCAP audits.
* Supervise the Proficiency Testing Programme (PTP) for lab methods.
* Drive EHS and Quality culture while championing best practices.
* Analyse test data trends to ensure technical compliance.
* Offer technical support to manufacturing, operations, and engineering.
* Serve as Radiological Protection Supervisor.
* Manage internal and external calibration services, including subcontractor coordination and database maintenance.
* Identify and implement calibration process improvements to enhance quality, turnaround time, and cost efficiency.
Qualifications:
* Degree in Material Science, Metallurgy, or Chemistry (or significant equivalent technical experience).
* Extensive experience in materials and process technologies specific to the aerospace sector.
* In-depth understanding of NADCAP procedures across various commodities.
* Specialist knowledge in heat treatment (including pyrometry), composite testing, or chemical analysis for surface treatments.
Skills:
* Strong organisational, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.
* Proven ability to lead technical teams and work independently when needed.
Benefits include up to 10% pension contribution, life and medical cover, cycle to work scheme, on-site gym with classes, subsidised restaurant and vending services, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
If you're ready to take the next step in your technical leadership journey within an advanced aerospace environment, apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation.
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