Method Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing methods for composite structures, fairings, motor casings, brackets, panels, and assemblies.
• Define composite manufacturing processes including prepreg layup, vacuum bagging, autoclave/oven curing, RTM/resin infusion, trimming, machining, bonding, and assembly.
• Prepare process specifications, work instructions, routing sheets, job cards, and method sheets.
• Lead new product industrialization, process trials, first-article builds, and process validation.
• Optimize cycle time, material utilization, yield, throughput, and rework.
• Conduct RCA, PFMEA, control plans, and continuous improvement activities.
• Define requirements for composite tooling, moulds, mandrels, fixtures, and assembly jigs.
• Work closely with Design, Production, Quality, Materials, Tooling, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support NCR investigations, repair/rework, NDT, dimensional inspection, and production troubleshooting.
• Ensure manufacturing processes meet aerospace quality and reliability requirements.

Preferred candidate profile

• Aerospace / Defence / Aviation / Space industry experience.
• Knowledge of AS9100 / NADCAP.
• Experience with composite tooling and manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of AFP/ATL and Out-of-Autoclave (OoA) processes.
• Lean / Six Sigma experience.
• Strong practical experience in:
• Prepreg Layup
• Vacuum Bagging
• Autoclave / Oven Curing
• RTM / Resin Infusion
• Composite Bonding & Assembly
• Composite Trimming & Machining
• Good knowledge of carbon fiber, glass fiber, resin systems, cure cycles, composite defects, and failure modes.
• Experience in PFMEA, Control Plans, RCA, Work Instructions, Process Specifications, and Routing.
• Hands-on experience in a shop-floor manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of CAD/CAM and PLM tools.