Aerospace Metallurgy Lead — Materials, Quality & Innovation

Mettis Aerospace Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Redditch is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to lead a laboratory team. Responsibilities include managing quality compliance, improving laboratory processes, and providing technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy, knowledge of alloy forging, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a chance to develop your career in a dynamic environment, contributing to aerospace manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in Materials Science or Metallurgy.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and compliance.
• Experience with hardness, conductivity, and/or NDT.

Responsibilities

• Manage the laboratory team and operating budget.
• Update and control the Laboratory Manual and Instructions.
• Present technical information to senior colleagues.

Skills

Knowledge of aluminium alloy forging/heat treatment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Health and safety awareness within a manufacturing environment

Education

Degree or equivalent experience within Materials Science or Metallurgy

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

A leading aerospace manufacturing company in Redditch is seeking a Senior Metallurgist to lead a laboratory team. Responsibilities include managing quality compliance, improving laboratory processes, and providing technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy, knowledge of alloy forging, and excellent communication skills. This full-time position offers a chance to develop your career in a dynamic environment, contributing to aerospace manufacturing excellence.