Our client has an opportunity for a Surface Technology Specialist to join them on a contract opportunity until the end of January 2027. You will work on the development, qualification and technical support of the Surface Technologies used for Corrosion Protection, Tribology and other applications of Aircraft airframe. Role: Surface Technology Specialist Location: Filton, 60% onsite Hours: 35 per week Hourly Rate: £40 per hour via Umbrella, inside IR35 Clearance: BPSS required to start What you'll be doing: Developing and deploying Materials, Processes and Test Technologies for mature design and build Providing corrosion protection, sealing concepts and solutions to enable design, build and operation of aircraft Ensuring reactive support for improvement projects (performance improvement / cost and time reduction) Ensuring EHS (Environment Health and Safety) regulations (REACh) thanks to eco-efficient materials and processes Adapting existing corrosion protection and sealing principles to a chromate free environment. Requirements: Graduated in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical or Material Engineering or a similar field of expertise Relevant background in corrosion protection and surface technology applied in aerospace or automotive industry Relevant background in aerospace materials, mechanical engineering and aerospace, manufacturing processes Knowledge of aerospace materials (metallic and composite), surface treatments, coatings, and sealants Material testing experience - Salt spray, corrosion test, volvo test, paint coatings High degree of initiative, credibility, independence, integrity, confidentiality and trust Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills Ability to work in multi-location international team Languages: negotiation level of English If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately. Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best-known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. Due to the number of applications, we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the LineUpAviation tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow