Materials Development Engineer

As a Materials Development Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and optimisation of advanced ballistic composite materials for defence and security applications. Working within the Materials, Engineering & Simulation (MES) department, you will develop new material solutions, evaluate emerging technologies, support ballistic testing programmes, and provide technical expertise across the business. This role requires close collaboration with Engineering, Sales, Supply Chain, Production, and external research partners to deliver innovative survivability solutions.

Develop new ballistic composite material solutions based on customer and programme requirements Optimise existing ballistic material systems to meet performance, weight, cost, and manufacturing objectives Define test specimens and coordinate their manufacture internally or through external suppliers Plan, supervise, and support internal ballistic testing activities Organise and witness ballistic testing at external accredited laboratories Record and analyse ballistic test data within the Ballistic Test Results (BTR) database Evaluate and qualify new materials, suppliers, and manufacturing technologies Improve secondary material properties, including durability, ageing, adhesive bonding, and fire resistance Conduct technology surveillance and participate in technical conferences and industry symposia Provide technical support to the Commercial team during customer discussions and proposal development Support Supply Chain with technical evaluations and supplier meetings Participate in collaborative research projects with universities, government organisations, and industry partners Contribute to European collaborative development programmes Support laboratory and operational activities, including sample preparation, testing, and inventory management when required Uphold Integris values of Integrity, Innovation, Passion, Partnership, and Quality

Master’s degree in Composite Materials, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Textiles, or a related discipline Initial professional experience in materials development, composites, or a similar engineering role Strong spoken and written English skills Structured and methodical approach to problem-solving Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable working style Excellent communication and collaboration skills Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams Experience with numerical simulation tools is considered an advantage but is not essential Willingness to travel occasionally to suppliers, laboratories, and technical events About You You are naturally curious and motivated by solving complex engineering challenges. You enjoy combining practical laboratory work with technical analysis and are comfortable working with colleagues across multiple disciplines. You thrive in a collaborative environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence are valued.

The opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation survivability technologies A collaborative international engineering environment with experienced technical specialists Opportunities to work with leading defence customers, research organisations, and industry partners Professional development within a growing global organisation Competitive compensation and benefits Applications Please submit your CV and motivation letter to [email protected]