Materials Scientist/Engineer

Job description

Materials Scientist

Would you like to play a key role in the research and product development of RF and microwave products? We currently have a vacancy for a Materials Scientist at our site in Towcester.

As a Materials Scientist, you will be working within the Materials team as part of the wider Microwave Materials Group, responsible for conducting research into novel and innovative materials. You will be working with RF and microwave materials that will operate in harsh environments or those used for stealth purposes on defence platforms.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to work within a dedicated team who hold a breadth of knowledge across various disciplines. You will also have the chance to work on projects from early research stages, through to product development and manufacture.

Your main responsibilities as a Materials Scientist will involve:

Undertaking research and development and contributing to the development of new technologies to help grow the technology capabilities of the business

Preparation of technical reports and presentations

Carrying out and overseeing the fabrication, measurement and analysis of materials

Working with universities and other organisations to scout new technologies and ideas, whilst developing links with other technical specialists

Liaison with both internal and external customers

Performing certain tests and developing processes in the lab as part of research activities

Your skills and qualifications as a Materials Scientist :

Degree qualified in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or closely related discipline

Experience in research or applied research including planning of programmes

Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages and data analysis tools
PhD would be advantageous

What we're looking for in you:

You will have a good work ethic, as well as the ability to work well as part of a team. You must also possess excellent communication skills to enable you to articulate technical information to a range of stakeholders.

Location: Towcester, Northamptonshire

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, childcare vouchers, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air brings together the company's international capabilities and expertise to respond to customers' current and future requirements, and compete for international export and collaborative opportunities. In the UK, BAE Systems Air has an unrivalled track record and expertise in the development, delivery and support of military air platforms, components and technologies through Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk.

BAE Systems Air has the capability to provide customers with information superiority through the delivery of actionable intelligence and information, together with the provision of innovative information systems and services. Training is a key enabler to delivering military capability, and at BAE Systems we bring together our expertise in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions into a powerful combination for our military customers around the world.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to provide our customers with the capabilities and intelligence that really matters.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.