With the Civil Aerospace landscape rapidly evolving to meet increasing passenger demand, zero-emission goals, and sustainable manufacturing requirements, there has never been a more exciting time to help shape the future of industrial solutions. The NCC’s Aerospace team is at the forefront of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and next-generation High-rate Next Generation Single Aisle development programs. These initiatives aim to revolutionize aircraft manufacturing while supporting ambitious government efforts to anchor whole aircraft / large workshare in the UK economy.

To support this, the NCC’s Aerospace Chief Engineers team is seeking an inspiring and experienced Sector Engineer to provide technical expertise, drive development activities, architect programs of work, and serve as the technical authority for assigned technology and customer programs.

As an Aerostructures Sector Engineer, you’ll collaborate to define customer needs, scope multi-disciplinary development tasks required to mature engineering challenges and apply novel technology solutions to mature and deliver industrial readiness. You’ll ensure high levels of technical excellence and govern cross-capability, collaborative and directed, R&D projects within the NCC’s £16m+ Aerostructures portfolio. Additionally, you will contribute to local sector strategies and steer internal technology and capability needs in partnership with the Technology and Capability functions.

Acting as a focal point for technical quality, you’ll work with PMs, external customers, and stakeholders to deliver novel solutions, the likes of which the industry has not yet seen. Key activities will include sector representation for knowledge-related Core & CapDev programs of work, technology pull-through and coaching & mentoring of engineers deployed into the programmes of work. 

With the wide range of technologies that feed into these programmes—from design to automation, digital engineering to flying demonstrators—this is an exciting opportunity to innovate and make a positive impact on the UK's Aerospace productivity.

So, what are we looking for?

• Significant experience in composites manufacturing; developing processes for preform integration through to infusion / cure - and everything in between.
• Experience of process development, tool definition, test demonstrators, technology application, DFM and use of manufacturing engineering toolkits are imperative.

• Proficiency in RTM/infusion processes for epoxy and carbon fiber composites.
• Experience with processing strategies and material & process characterisation.
• Experience within the digital engineering space as well as a good understanding of chemistry, materials, automation and systems engineering would be desirable.

• Production / NPI knowledge of composite structures within industry is essential.
• Experience with process automation and large / full scale development projects.
• Process qualification & certification knowledge is desirable, as is cross-sector experience.

• Proven experience as a technical authority in at least one specialized field, with a track record of ensuring high technical standards and governance in work packages or projects.
•  Experience working in cross-functional, multi-disciplinary teams.

• Excellent ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders, customers, and engineers across all aspects of a project.

Not sure you meet all the requirements? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs if they think they may not meet every qualification, when in fact they often do. At the NCC we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.

We ensure that all hiring decisions are made without regard to age, race, national origin, sex, disability, gender, gender identity, religion, or any other protected characteristics, and will treat all applications with the strictest confidence. We’re always open to hearing how we can support flexible working in different ways, including part-time work. Please don’t be afraid to ask about what we can do to support your needs. All requests will be carefully and fairly considered. We wish you every success in your job search.

Why the NCC?

We see our success in yours. The future of composites manufacturing relies on the NCC, and we rely on the right individuals to make it happen, whether they’re engineers or not!

Diverse challenges – the NCC isn’t just about aerospace. We’re working with over 16 sectors and a variety of customers, from private ventures to the global tier 1 companies, providing variety to your experience.

Innovation – a world-leading research and development centre, the work we do brings novel and innovative solutions to industry, with the future firmly in mind. So we need innovating thinking not just in Engineering, but across all support functions.

Development in composites, and you – if the scope of exciting work isn’t enough to sway you, our ethos of continued learning and development and flexible working patterns will.

We look forward to hearing from you. #fulltime