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Composites & Resins ScientistFAC Technology • Charing Cross, Greater London, United Kingdom
Composites & Resins Scientist

Composites & Resins Scientist

FAC Technology • Charing Cross, Greater London, United Kingdom
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Location: Wandsworth, London, UK (Hybrid Working)



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Type: Full Time, Permanent Contract


Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:30 am - 6:00 pm, Friday 9:30 am - 5:00 pm (1-hour lunch break)



Company Overview


FAC Technology is a deep-tech company based in London. Founded in 2011, it specialises in the research and development of advanced materials for the aerospace, space, automotive and defence sectors.



The company’s materials have best in class properties including: ultra-high toughness, fire resistance, high thermal conductivity, and being derived from sustainable ingredients.


Further, the company has developed best-in-class drone systems that are based on proprietary advanced composite airframes.



In addition to the success in the drone market, the company has developed adhesives for the next generation of electric vehicles, and potting compounds for satellites and spacecraft.



The company retains close links with Imperial College London and Queen Mary University for the research, development and advancement of composite materials.



Role Summary


As FAC Technology’s growth accelerates, it is seeking a skilled Composites & Resins Scientist to facilitate the technical development of advanced materials, including resins, adhesives and potting compounds. You will work across all the range of product offerings available at the company, as well as pursuing speculative development opportunities for prospective advanced materials technologies.



This is a heavily practical scientific role, with comprehensive laboratory skills and experience being essential in order to perform the technical development as well as use and maintain the various pieces of processing and measurement equipment available on site.



Key Responsibilities



  • Lead the technical scientific development of advanced composite materials


Engineer bespoke resin formulations according to customer requirements, performing structured iterative scientific research cycles on prototypes


Work with the engineering team to concurrently develop and enhance composites processing technologies


Use and maintain scientific processing and measuring equipment


Collate and organise test data results


Maintain an awareness of emerging technologies in the field


Identify at a high level potential further materials development opportunities


Work with partner organisations and universities to facilitate research and development


Identify and progress applications for research grants to facilitate development




Background & Experience



  • At least 4 years’ experience working in an advanced laboratory environment


Experience with scientific equipment for materials characterisation, including rheology, DSC, DMTA and mechanical testing


A scientific or technical xwwtmva engineering background


Comprehensive knowledge of composites and resins (mainly epoxy thermosets)


Masters or PhD in material science, engineering or other relevant technical field


Proven track record in scientific research and development


Experience of applying for and securing scientific research grants or related funding


Exposure to one or more of the following industries: Automotive (including Electric Vehicles), Aerospace, Space, Defence




What We Offer



  • A competitive and negotiable remuneration package, including a base salary of £50,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience


A hybrid working option to support work-life balance


The opportunity to lead the commercial growth of a highly innovative, IP-rich product portfolio




How to Apply


If you wish to be considered for the role of Composites & Resins Scientist, please send a CV and covering letter via LinkedIn or to

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