Ftc University Research Integrator-2d Materials - Bristol, United Kingdom - GKN Aerospace

GKN Aerospace

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Bristol, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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About GKN Aerospace:

A Truly Global Business
Every day, around the world, we help aircrafts fly further, faster and greener. We're the world's leading tier one aerospace supplier of systems and components.

With over 15,000 employees across 41 manufacturing sites in 13 countries serving over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers with sales of £2.8bn.

Together as "one GKN" we're moving our business and industry forward developing technologies that rapidly decarbonise aircraft, and innovating to help build a new generation of planes that produce zero emissions.

We're putting sustainability at the heart of what we do; driving our objective to becoming a net zero greenhouse gas emissions business before 2050

Making a Difference

It's great to know you're making a difference to the future of aviation Whatever part you play you'll be helping us deliver operational excellence to our customers.

Job Summary:

GKN Aerospace is looking for a University Research Integrator (FTC) to join its Horizon 3 team, which is responsible for exploring radical new and technologies such as hydrogen propulsion, digitalisation and advanced air mobility.

Responsibilities:

Develop GKN understanding of graphene, 2D materials and other advanced materials and their scalability in the aerospace industry
Enable the transfer of knowledge into the GKN team to support the integration new technology into future aerospace products
Manage relevant University technical engagements including MSc, group design projects, PhDs and research roadmaps
Engage with the GEIC, the wider University of Manchester and other academic institutes
Develop and deliver training material to the GKN team
Enhance connections between GKN specialists and university academics
Disseminate specific GKN requirements for new research projects/experiments
Steer university infrastructure investment aligned with GKN goals
Coordination of technology workshops and reviews between University and GKN colleagues

How You'll Contribute:

To help us make a difference, you'll bring your passion and talent for what you do along with the following skills, experience, qualifications and attributes:

Essential:

Substantial experience with 2D materials and coatings
Experience in collaborating with multiple disciplinary teams
Ability to work effectively with other research and academic staff in order to fulfil the requirements of the post.
Ability to develop/deliver training material on specified topics

Desirable:

PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics or a related discipline.
Experience with nanomaterials including graphene, advanced carbons and 2D materials.
Proven R&D experience within industrial or scientific settings

We are looking for people who want to make a difference, talented members with the skills and passions to become the best of the future in what they do.

To be successful in this role you will need to have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and have the ability to develop and deliver engaging training material.

You will be a strong self-starter who is able to use their initiative whilst remaining aligned with GKN direction.

What We'll Offer:

Once you're on board you'll get the following perks and benefits:

Competitive salary dependent on experience
Hybrid working giving you the opportunity to balance home and office working
Industry Leading Pension Scheme = we'll match your contributions up to 8% on a 1 : 1.5 basis
Life Assurance 8 x salary
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Income protection
Shopping discounts
Cycle To Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
A collaborative, dynamic working environment

As well as a competitive package we'll offer you a world of opportunity.

We want to see your career fly We'll support your career progression by providing you with learning and development opportunities.

That's the beauty of being part of a global business, once you're on board you never know where you career journey may take you

Why Join Us:

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Join us and keep the world moving