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Advanced Assembly Technology Engineer
Job in
Filton, North Fringe of Bristol, Gloucestershire, England, UK
Listed on 2026-03-05
Listing for:
Meritus
Full Time, Contract
position Listed on 2026-03-05
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Process Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
MERITUS are recruiting for an Advanced Assembly Technology Engineer to join our client in Filton on an initial 12 month contract to support for Maternity cover.
ADVANCED ASSEMBLY TECHNOLOGY ENGINEER - INSIDE IR35 - £35 PER HOUR - 12 MONTHS - FILTON, UK - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
We are supporting a leading aerospace organisation in the search for an Advanced Assembly Technology Engineer to join their Research & Technology team, focused on shaping the next generation of aircraft manufacturing.
This role sits at the intersection of manufacturing innovation, assembly engineering, and industrial automation, working on the development and validation of next-generation assembly technologies that will be deployed on future aircraft programmes.
You will play a key role in evaluating, testing and industrialising new joining and assembly concepts, helping define how future aircraft structures are assembled with improved efficiency, quality, and automation.
This is an opportunity to work in a forward-looking engineering environment, developing technologies long before they reach the production line.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct research and development activities focused on advanced assembly technologies for future aircraft structures.
Develop and evaluate novel joining and fastening technologies, including automated and hybrid assembly methods.
Design and execute experimental trials, demonstrators, and industrial validation activities to assess new manufacturing concepts.
Analyse experimental data and translate findings into actionable engineering recommendations.
Support the industrialisation of innovative assembly solutions for future aircraft production systems.
Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing specialists, automation teams, and research partners.
Contribute to the creation of technical specifications, manufacturing standards, and process documentation for new assembly technologies.
Support the development of future production system concepts including automation and advanced manufacturing integration.
Required Experience
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Manufacturing/Production Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
Experience with in manufacturing technology development, assembly engineering, or advanced manufacturing R&D.
Strong understanding of aerospace assembly and joining processes, such as:
Riveting
Mechanical fastening
Adhesive bonding
Hybrid joining methods
Experience supporting experimental validation, test campaigns, or industrial trials for manufacturing technologies.
Familiarity with CAD tools such as CATIA or 3
DEXPERIENCE.
Understanding of aerospace structural materials, particularly composites and lightweight structures.
Ability to analyse technical data and communicate findings clearly to engineering stakeholders
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