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Evolito is an aerospace propulsion company developing electric motors, controllers, and battery systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) aircraft, unmanned aerial vehicles, and general aviation. The company is scaling rapidly and pursuing airworthiness certification for its products.
As Materials Engineer, you will report to the Principal Materials Engineer and own materials characterization, selection, testing, and analysis across the product lifecycle—from design through manufacturing to flight. You will be central to supporting the company's path to aerospace certification.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage and conduct materials characterization work, including in-house testing and coordination with approved external test houses
- Provide detailed technical input to the Design Team, ensuring designs meet functionality and manufacturability requirements; advise on new material selection and application
- Support the Manufacturing Team in developing and improving production processes
- Conduct failure investigations and contribute root-cause analysis
- Develop data processing methodologies, process materials data, and maintain the materials database
- Create test procedures for verifying long-term materials integrity
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to select and audit suppliers
- Report and present experimental results to the wider team
You will work with a range of materials including metals, polymers, composites, and adhesives in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
Requirements:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in Materials Engineering or related discipline
- Previous experience carrying out and supporting materials characterization work (mechanical or thermal testing)
- Strong materials engineering background with ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations
- Previous experience in a relevant industry, ideally aerospace or automotive
- Knowledge of a wide range of materials and their manufacturing processes
- Creative problem-solving with analytical approach
- Confident communication with customers and suppliers
- Flexible, self-starter attitude with energy and enthusiasm
- Strong collaboration and communication skills (verbal and written)
- UK driving license and ability to travel
Desirable:
- Previous experience certifying materials for aerospace use, including special process verification
