💼 Full-Time Position

Principal Research Engineer - Process Development

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GKN Aerospace Services Limited
📍 bristol, england, United-Kingdom
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Location
bristol, United-Kingdom
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Posted
June 20, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Summary

The successful candidate will take on the role of Principal Research Engineer (Work Stream Lead) for Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing of Aero-Engine components. The purpose of this role is to technically programme manage the execution of Additive Manufacturing Technology Development activities, leading to industrialisation of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Engine technologies. The role includes responsibility for schedule, cost and risk control for all work performed in the work stream, working closely with the nominated Project Manager, Chief Technologist, and specialists across the business. Regular engagement with Customers will be required to align on technology maturation, qualification and certification. You will draw on your diverse engineering and/or technology development background and good business awareness to shape and manage research and development projects in the TRL3-6 range.

How You'll Contribute

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