Leonardo

Job Description:

A great opportunity for a Non-Metallic Materials and Processes Engineer to work within our Non-Metallic Materials and Processes team at our Helicopter Division, based in Yeovil.

Working as Materials Engineer you will be contributing to our success by providing crucial support to our business functions (Engineering, Customer Support, Production Plants & Quality) and Suppliers & Customers.

You will be working within a cross geographic laboratory function, with direct colleagues in Italy and collaborators in Poland and Switzerland.

If you have either experience or an interest in aerospace materials, with the ability to draft technical proposals, reports and specifications, perform experimental activities and provide subject matter expertise, then we would love to hear from you.

This role does demand an onsite presence.

• This role sits within JFF levels 4-5, dependent on relevant skills and experience*

What you’ll do as a Non-Metallic Materials & Processes Engineer:

• Perform experimental activity such as mechanical, chemical and process tests
• Creating technical reports, test proposals and specifications
• Test and develop existing and new processes

What we need from you:

• Degree or apprenticeship in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Material Science, Mechanical Engineering) or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Non-metallic materials and processes
• Ability to draft technical proposals, reports and specifications
• Proactive approach
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Logical approach to problem solving
• Ability to work in multi-functional and multi-cultural team environments
• Aerospace experience is desirable

Security Clearance

You must be eligible for full security clearance. For more information and guidance please visit : https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us
• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)
• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year
• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity & inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)
• Lifestyle: Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme
• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera
• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member
• Bonus: Scheme in place for all employees at management level and below

For a full list of our Company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo is a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence and Security. Headquartered in Italy, Leonardo has over 45,000 employees, of which 8,000 are based at 8 sites throughout the UK.

At Leonardo UK, we believe that a diverse and inclusive work environment unlocks our people’s full potential and drives innovation and creativity. We work hard to offer a welcoming, accessible and inclusive place to work for all of our people, creating a culture where everyone can thrive, feel safe and have a sense of belonging and connection.

This is a great opportunity to bring your talents and form an integral part of Leonardo’s future. We can help you develop your skills and offer great opportunities to develop and grow, so why not join us.

Primary Location:

GB - Yeovil - Lysander Rd

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid