Associate Research Engineer/ Specialist- Process Development Inspection
Global Technology Center Trollhättan

Are you interested in joining a dynamic team at GKN Aerospace to advance cutting-edge
inspection technologies and support material and process development?
Driven by a vision of sustainable aerospace innovation, GKN Aerospace develops next-generation
design concepts focused on weight reduction and integrated functionality for future aviation. The
Global Technology Center plays a key role in delivering advanced designs, materials,
manufacturing methods, and inspection solutions for engine systems.

We are looking for an Associate Research Engineer / Specialist to join our Research Centre with a
strong interest in inspection of manufacturing processes, particularly within aerospace
applications.
In this role, you will:

• Perform inspection and evaluation of specimens produced through Additive Manufacturing

(AM) processes

• Correlate inspection results to support and enable AM process and material development
• Work closely with process development teams to improve manufacturing quality and

reliability

• Contribute to the development of inspection methodologies for advanced aerospace

components

• Analyze inspection data to drive process optimization and defect understanding

What You Will Learn:

• Various NDT methods (X-ray Computed Tomography, Radiography, Thermography,

Ultrasonic)

• Your focus will be on X-ray CT and Radiography
• You will have the opportunity to collaborate with world leading experts in NDT field both

within GKN Aerospace and within other industry partners.

• MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial

Engineering, Physics or a related field; alternatively, a BSc in a relevant discipline with at
least 2 years of industry experience.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical

reports and deliver effective presentations.

• Fluent in English.
• Develops new NDT processes, transitions emerging technologies into production, and

ensures continuous improvement through effective lessons learned, knowledge capture,
and process development.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing

techniques.

• Knowledge of non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
• Hands-on experience with X-ray Computed Tomography and/or radiography is considered

a plus.

• Experience in Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools is advantageous.
• Programming skills and/or experience with AI-related methods are considered an asset.

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