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<p>Our client in Co Down, Northern Ireland requires an experienced Flammability Engineer to join their Aircraft Composites Division. KEY PUPPOSE:Responsible for all technical areas of flammability which relate to design, manufacture and testing of all composite components.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:• Qualification and implementation of new materials for use in composite materials which advance the state of the art in relation to flammability performance.• Develop the current understanding of flammability certification, documentation and requirements and through liaison with the Certification team assist in the development of flammability test plans. • Work alongside the Composite Engineers to ensure the design and manufacture of new products meet and exceed all required flammability regulations.• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the Composite Design Team and other multi-disciplinary teams across the facility in all flammability related material matters.• Maintaining and updating materials registers and specs.• Contributing to culture of continuous improvement within the unit.THE PERSONKey Attributes• Technical Expertise; the ability to develop and provide guidance and advice in the area of technical responsibility. • Results Orientation; the ability to effectively analyse data, identify issues, find solutions and deliver results in line with changing business requirements.• Judgement and Decision Making; ability to accurately and effectively review options and make the correct decision based on available information.• Project Management; ability to initiate, develop and manage the implementation of new materials while meeting project schedules.• Lead, develop and motivate the team to deliver results within the policies and procedures of the organisation.• Excellent communication skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels in order to ensure business objectives are met.• Team working; strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work individually or as part of a team and ensure diversity is valued.ESSENTIAL CRITERIA• 3rd level qualification in Materials, Chemistry, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering or related.DESIRABLE CRITERIA• One years relevant working experience in the areas of composites, chemistry, materials or engineering.• One years project management experience from initial research to implementation.• One years relevant experience of composite materials, manufacturing techniques, testing standards and data analysis.• One years experience of certification in an aerospace environment.EU Member Citizens - Must have the right to legally work in UK.</p>