Overview
Safran Electronics & Defense proposes a role for a Composite Design Engineer to join the engineering team in Banbury. This role focuses on the design, development, and testing of advanced composite components, supporting both new product introduction and existing product maintenance. The successful candidate will create detailed CAD models and drawings, collaborate across teams, and ensure technical compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
* Create detailed CAD models and drawings.
* Some knowledge of FEA would be helpful, but not essential.
* Interpret drawings and technical specifications to assess and maintain compliance with all requirements.
* Liaise with engineering management and suppliers to determine technical needs where necessary.
* Perform or oversee qualification and development testing using in-house and subcontracted test facilities.
* Analyse test results to verify component and material performance.
* Author qualification test procedures and reports.
* Collaborate with other functions as needed to ensure successful project delivery.
* Support product lifecycle maintenance activities.
* Clearly communicate progress on engineering tasks.
Essential Skills
* Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
* Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently under clear instruction.
* Capable of analysing and solving new engineering problems using first principles.
Desirable Skills
* Willing to take a hands-on approach to component development and testing methods.
* Strong, open, two-way communication skills.
* Comfortable working in both office and test-lab environments.
* Able to fit into CTG's dynamic and enthusiastic culture, with flexibility around working hours.
* Knowledge of Polymer Matrix Composites including different types of resins, fibres, manufacturing techniques, and testing methods is beneficial but not essential.
Location: Banbury, England, United Kingdom
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