Research, Development and Test Technician (RDT) (H/F) – GOODRICH ACTUATION SYSTEMS LIMITED (UK) Full Time

Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l’aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l’espace et de la défense. Sa mission : contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l’environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d’affaires de 27,3 milliards d’euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World’s Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Safran Electronics & Defense propose à ses clients des solutions d’intelligence embarquée leur permettant d’appréhender l’environnement, de réduire la charge mentale et de garantir une trajectoire, même en situation critique, ce dans tous les environnements : sur terre, en mer, dans le ciel ou l’espace. La société met les expertises de ses 13 000 collaborateurs au service de ces trois fonctions : observer, décider et guider, pour les marchés civils et militaires.

Mission description

What does the role look like? This is a highly hands-on R&D technician role supporting the development of next-generation composite products and manufacturing technologies for aerospace applications. You’ll work closely with engineers in a collaborative R&D environment, manufacturing and testing advanced composite structures using cutting-edge processes such as robotic winding, tri-axial braiding and High-Pressure Resin Transfer Moulding (RTM). The role combines practical manufacturing with structured testing, helping to turn innovative concepts into validated, high-performance composite solutions. What will your day-to-day responsibilities look like? • Manufacture and assemble advanced composite components using filament winding, braiding, RTM, mechanical fastening and structural adhesives • Plan, set up, execute and report on engineering test programmes to support R&D activities • Design, build and adapt bespoke test enclosures, fixtures and rigs to enable safe, repeatable testing • Conduct mechanical, impact, pressure, leak and environmental testing on composite components • Apply and validate strain gauges and carry out material characterisation (e.g. fibre volume fraction, void content, Tg) • Collaborate with engineers to develop and maintain test procedures, work instructions and best practices • Operate, troubleshoot and maintain manufacturing and test equipment, ensuring compliance with safety, COSHH and 5S standards • Proactively identify hazards and support a strong health, safety and housekeeping culture

What will you bring to the role? Essential skills: • Strong hands-on technical ability within a laboratory, test or manufacturing environment • Experience operating industrial or engineering equipment, such as manufacturing systems or mechanical test rigs • A logical, methodical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail Desirable skills: • Experience working with composite materials and processes (e.g. RTM, filament winding, braiding) • Exposure to mechanical, pressure or environmental testing and test data reporting • Competence using Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and data analysis • A proactive mindset, comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment with a strong willingness to learn