Materials Engineer M&P – specialising in metals and surface technology (m/f/d)

Stellenbeschreibung:

Overview

In this role, you will select, develop, and qualify advanced materials and surface treatments for aerospace components. You will work closely with design, engineering, and quality teams to ensure robust processes and qualification of materials. You’ll lead mechanical testing campaigns, interpret data, and drive digitalisation of testing workflows. You contribute to modernising production and testing procedures to support high-performance space systems.

Leistungen / Benefits

mobile working
flexible working hours
35-hour week
30 days annual leave
subject-specific training courses
in-house canteen

Verantwortungsbereiche

Select, develop and qualify new materials (metals, composites, hybrids) and surface treatments for aerospace components
Prepare technical specs and process documentation (heat treatment, surface treatment, cleaning, material data sheets, qualification reports)
Identify and implement process optimisations in heat treatment and surface treatment for series production
Plan and execute complex mechanical material tests (fracture toughness KIc, J-integral, fatigue, LCF) and interpret results
Ensure quality standards and advance verification methods; contribute to testing procedure modernisation and digital workflows
Investigate and resolve material/process deviations in development and production
Participate in data management and process automation to modernise development and production
Carry out surface analyses on large components using mobile measurement systems
Collaborate with design, engineering, QA and external partners; network within M&P sector
Contribute to a more efficient organisation with pragmatic, product-oriented solutions

Zentrale Anforderungen

Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or comparable discipline
In-depth knowledge of surface technology (cleaning, pre-treatment, coating) and qualification of processes
Experience in Materials & Processes or materials-related product development, ideally in aerospace/defence/high-performance industries
In-depth knowledge of metallic materials and manufacturing/production processes (Al, Ti, steels, superalloys)
Knowledge of mechanical materials testing, preferably fracture mechanics and extreme temperature testing
Practical experience with heat treatments, furnace systems and pyrometry
Experience with hydraulic testing machines (Instron, Zwick/Roell, MTS)
Experience with qualification/validation per ECSS, MIL-STD
Strong affinity for digitalised development, data management and workflow automation
Pragmatic, solution-oriented, hands-on and goal-oriented approach
Innovative thinking and ability to implement new technologies
Product-oriented mindset with understanding of manufacturing, industrialisation and supply chain
Very good German and English skills