Job description

The purpose of this KTP is to develop new product and systems development processes which integrate material science research and innovation in the Ford Aerospace product range.
This is a critical role to support the Ford Aerospace growth strategy by developing, optimising and implementing improved adhesive bonding and coating techniques into the Ford product portfolio.

Project description

To develop new product and systems development processes and enhance materials science innovation capabilities which utilise state of the art adhesive bonding and conversion techniques.

The KTP Associate will
– Lead the development and implementation of an adhesive bonding process,
– Undertake the development and optimisation of a non-hazardous conversion coating for aluminium,
– Integrate the optimal bonding and coating techniques into the Ford production Line, and
– Embed new product and systems development processes and enhance materials science innovation across the company.

About the business

Ford Aerospace Ltd's main business is the manufacture and delivery of customer designed small metal components using CNC machining, pressing, laser cutting, surface finishing and laminate material manufacture. They are specialists in the high precision machining and pressing of parts/sub assemblies for aerospace, industrial and other high-technology sectors, specifically in the production of laminated and solid shims.

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