Research Specialist Special Coatings Technology

GKN Aerospace is looking for a Research Specialist - Special Coatings Technology to join their coatings development team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-impact research and development across Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 1–7, and will have a track record of delivering high quality technical work, with experience of working within a project environment.

Requirements

• Relevant, accredited Chemistry / Materials/ Coatings based degree
• Knowledge / Experience of coating development, application technology and materials testing
• Experience of test/experimental design, and practical execution in laboratory or test facility conditions to defined standards
• Logical and methodical approach to task planning
• Good report writing and presentation skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Industry Leading Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• 185 hours holiday + bank holidays
• Income protection
• Shopping discounts
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP Clinic for you and immediate family
• Free onsite parking
• Local gym discount
• 50% off local travel card
• Free airport Dart
• Free airport parking
• Discount with local nursery and preschool childcare setting
• Enhanced family friendly leave