Hybrid Materials Capability Acquisition Engineer

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About the role

  • Materials Capability Acquisition Engineer at Rolls-Royce overseeing materials characterisation in aerospace manufacturing processes. Driving production readiness and technical leadership within a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver complex materials characterisation work packages through the full technology development lifecycle.
  • Lead expert contributors and coordinate technical inputs.
  • Ensure milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
  • Responsible for defined technical packages of work within Materials Capability Acquisition.
  • Provide leadership and delivery against program milestones within agreed costs, timescales and quality requirements.
  • Manage inputs from a team of metallurgical experts and compile reports for review at technical committees.
  • Plan, develop and run metallic materials characterisation testing programs to de-risk and address knowledge gaps.
  • Be a point of contact within Materials Capability Acquisition and share subject matter knowledge across the function.
  • Actively promote and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree, Master's degree or PhD in Engineering or equivalent technical capability, based on practical knowledge and experience.
  • Proven technical leadership and a team player, with ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, on time and to budget.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and technical report writing skills.
  • Sound understanding of metallurgy.
  • Knowledge in the field of high temperature nickel alloys considered advantageous.
  • Structured, goal-oriented, resilient work attitude and high motivation to solve challenges in a strong team.
  • An ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking on a range of technical problems.
  • Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks.
  • Membership in a relevant professional body and attained / working towards Chartered status is preferred.

Benefits

  • Work in a safety-first environment where doing the right thing and keeping it simple are core principles.
  • Join a culture that values making a real difference through your work.
  • Develop your career as a mid-career professional blending technical expertise with strong personal qualities.
  • Thrive in a role that encourages integrity, accountability, resilience, and curiosity.
  • Collaborate and build relationships in a team-focused environment while also working independently.
  • Take initiative, lead, and make smart decisions with confidence and support.
  • Grow through continuous learning, openness to improvement, and exposure to challenging opportunities.

Job title

Materials Capability Acquisition Engineer

Job type

Experience level

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Salary

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Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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