Materials Engineer - Higher Apprenticeship

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Materials Engineer - Higher Apprenticeship
Gloucester

At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision

Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

Competitive salary
25 days' holiday + bank holidays (with buy/sell option)
Pension (matched up to 8%) and life assurance
Structured training, mentoring, and career development
Onsite facilities including parking, restaurant, bike storage, and showers
Family-friendly and inclusive workplace policies
About Safran Landing Systems

We are a global leader in aircraft landing and braking systems, supporting commercial, business, and military aviation. Our expertise spans the full product lifecycle-from design and manufacturing to maintenance and repair.
At Safran, we don't take flight for granted. It takes incredible skill, collaboration, and innovation-and that's where you come in.

Your Role

As part of the Materials & Processes Laboratory team, you will support engineering activities through investigation, testing, and technical analysis of materials used in landing gear systems.

Key responsibilities include:

Investigating landing gear components that do not meet design requirements
Supporting raw material and forging supply chains
Conducting mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical testing
Generating data and compiling technical reports
Supporting production with manufacturing issue resolution
Assisting with qualification of new processes
You will gain experience in:

Materials science, chemistry, and analytical techniques
Supplier engagement and technical issue resolution
Mechanical testing and statistical data analysis
Laboratory investigation techniques
Process audits and continuous improvement activities
Training & Qualification

You will complete the Materials Science Technologist Degree Apprenticeship with the University of Derby.What You'll Bring

Essential

GCSEs (Grade 9-5 / A*-C), including Maths, English, and Science
Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels) including Maths and a Science/Engineering subject
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn
Desirable

Interest in engineering demonstrated through school, hobbies, or projects
Understanding of materials science or engineering principles
Experience working independently and in teams
Strong communication and organisational skills
Methodical and structured approach to work