Key Takeaways
- Graduate role in Materials Science at BAE Systems in Great Baddow.
- Salary of £34,000 per annum plus a £2,000 welcome bonus.
- Requires a 2:2 in a STEM degree.
- Permanent contract starting 6th September 2027.
About the Role
Role Description
As a Materials Scientist, you will be working as part of a multidiscipline team within the Product Assurance Response Centre (PARC).
Core Duties
PARC’s activities include:
- Providing rapid troubleshooting and failure analysis service relating to components, production and processes.
- Using test and analytical equipment to ensure problems are solved in a timely fashion, supporting colleagues on a wide range of enquiries.
- Preparing technical reports, test procedures, process specifications and other product documentation.
- Knowledge of materials properties, selection, processing and testing, ideally encompassing polymers, metals, ceramics and composites, adhesives and surface finishes and coatings.
- Working with analytical techniques e.g. SEM / EDX, XRF, 3D X-Ray/ CT, Tensile testing, material / sample preparation, DSC/TGA, FTIR (EGA), TMA, DMA, NDT techniques etc. (In-house training will also be provided).
A proven track record in a production, electronics or quality environment is preferable.
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Security and Export Control Restrictions
Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.