With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking aQualification Technicianfor ourDuxford, UKlocation.

The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

Carrying out laboratory work, including test specimen fabrication, non-destructive examination, strain gauge preparation, and physical & mechanical testing of composite materials, along with other experimental work, as directed by the qualification project leader or line manager. Keeping suitable written records of work, including accurate input of data into qualification individual results sheets. Writing small-scale reports. Aiding with the compilation of appendices and input data into customer formats. Ensuring that relevant safety requirements are satisfied during all work operations, proactively participating in our safety-first culture, and communicating any HSE violations. Ensuring work areas in the laboratory are left in a clean and tidy condition. Actively supporting 5S activities. Maintaining and improving practical knowledge in the techniques used. Relevant training needs should be identified early and personally addressed. Improvements in working knowledge and/or workflow should be clearly demonstrated. Training new and existing laboratory staff in any area of expertise.

Qualifications:

Previous multi-disciplined experience within Hexcel or relevant experience from previous employment. Ability to carry out general calculations and have a scientific approach/understanding. A good level of communication, both verbal and written, is essential. Good reading comprehension skills, to accurately follow written instructions and specifications, as well as the ability to interpret relevant drawings. Computer literate e.g. Microsoft Office suite. Good comprehension of the technical area, from laminate manufacture through to final testing and interpretation of results.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the country where the position is based. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.