Industrial Composite Engineer

Job Overview

Airbus Operations Limited is seeking an Industrial Composite Technology Specialist at Filton, Bristol. Full‑time position requiring UK SC security clearance (or BPSS and Export Control checks). 60% office based, frequent travel across Europe and internationally. 35‑hour week with flexible core hours, hybrid working and Friday afternoons off.

• Competitive salary, annual profit share, contributory pension, share options, car leasing scheme, free onsite parking.
• Flexibility around core hours, hybrid and flexible working.
• Personalised development plan with access to 10,000 e‑learning courses, internal and international mobility.
• Health and wellness:
  Bupa health insurance, mental health support, discounted family dental & eye insurance, cycle‑to‑work scheme, onsite canteen and coffee shop, lunchtime yoga / meditation.
• Family and caregiving: life assurance, enhanced pay for parental leave, adoption / shared parental leave, maternity rooms.

• Bridge gap between research and factory floor; mature new composite technologies for high‑rate production.
• Define and execute industrial manufacturing strategy for next‑generation wing parts for future Airbus programs.
• Lead technical link between Airbus and external experts; direct work of Tier 1 suppliers, PhD researchers and academic institutions.
• Build physical prototypes and demonstrators proving manufacturing methods are reliable, defect‑free and industrially viable.
• Scout emerging global trends and deploy digital solutions to create long‑term composite strategy.

• A degree in Engineering or an equivalent high‑level technical qualification.
• Expert knowledge of Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer materials and industrial fabrication processes.
• Proven technical ability to design composite parts ensuring defect‑free deposition and forming during high‑rate production.
• In‑depth understanding of industrial tooling design, lifecycle and specialised tooling supply chain.
• Mandatory experience leading technical projects maturing R&T technologies and delivering physical demonstrators/prototypes.

Airbus UK is a Disability Confident Employer. It offers interview support for applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions under the Equality Act 2010. The company commits to equal opportunities for all applicants irrespective of social, cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. The application process will not require any monetary exchange.