Principal Research Engineer - Process Development

About the Role

Principal Research Engineer (Work Stream Lead) for Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing of Aero-Engine components at GKN Aerospace Global Technology Centre. You will technically programme manage Additive Manufacturing Technology Development activities leading to industrialisation of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Engine technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and deliver Technology Development Plans, ensuring schedule, cost and risk control.
• Provide technical leadership on additive manufacturing process and metallic technology development for Aero Engine applications.
• Lead a small UK‑based team, collaborating with experts in Sweden and India to achieve project deliverables.
• Engage with customers, academia and partners to align technology maturation, qualification and certification.
• Contribute to defining the company’s Powder Bed technology development strategy, balancing near‑term exploitation and l...