Senior Research Engineer (Process Development)

GKN Aerospace
📍 luton, england, United-Kingdom 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted July 01, 2026

Job Description

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener. Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in the industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries.

Job Summary

As a Senior Research Engineer (Process Development) based at our Luton manufacturing plant, you will use your diverse engineering background to progress a variety of research activities in the TRL1‑6 range. The role involves leading technical work, budgeting, scheduling and risk management while communicating with internal and external stakeholders. You will be expected to develop your own skills, manage external partners and contribute to GKN’s technology development plans.

Core operational hours are 07:30‑16:30 Monday to Thursday and 07:30‑12:30 Friday. Occasional national travel for customer meetings is required and working from home is possible up to two days per week.

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Job Details

  • Location luton, england
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Engineering
  • Posted Date July 01, 2026
  • Application Deadline August 10, 2026