Expert – Materials Engineering (Metallurgy) (Hiring Immediately)

Job Title: Technologist – Material Technology Location: Barrow-in-Furness – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you’ll be doing: Provide metallurgical support to all functions, in particular Operations, Engineering and The Supply Chain on emergent issues arising during submarine build and commissioning Offer metallurgical support to Submarine design engineering teams to ensure the use of appropriate materials and the management of corrosion Support to knowledge transfer within the Materials Technology department Identify areas of research for exploitation, lead research activities and author reports Provide specialist metallurgical guidance within the department to ensure a work and investigations are processed and reported in a consistent and timely manner The review and maintenance of relevant Process Instructions, Workmanship Standards and Operating Procedures Effective communication within and external to the department on the initiation and application of solutions and processes Manage with authority on forging, casting and metal forming processes Your skills and experiences: Qualified to degree level (BEngBSc) in metallurgy or materials science Detailed knowledge on ferrous and non-ferrous metallurgy Detailed knowledge and experience on metal forming and processing Experience of working with and developing a team of metallurgists Experience in the development and maintenance of metallurgical related workmanship Standards and Process Instructions Detailed knowledge of the capability and use of Metallurgical Mechanical and Metallographic testing Benefits: You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Materials team: Currently the team comprises of over 50 specialists of Metallurgical, Polymer, Welding and materials backgrounds. The team consists of various technical levels and we are after a ConsultantTechnologist to become the authority in manufacture of metallic parts (Forgings, Castings and Rolling). We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation. Closing Date: 1st August 2024 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-KW1 #LI-Hybrid