We're hiring: Composite materials engineers | Aerospace sector | Portugal
Are you passionate about composite materials and innovation in the aerospace industry?
Join a leading international company with over 40 years of experience in the design and manufacturing of
aerostructures and engine components
for major OEMs.
We are launching a
new composite engineering technical center
at our site in
Vila Nova de Gaia (Portugal)
—and we want
composite materials engineers
to help build it from the ground up.
Why join us?
(And why now?)
This is
more than just a job
.
It's an opportunity to:
Be part of a
strategic project
with high visibility in the company.
Join a team where your
technical expertise drives innovation
.
Work in an environment that fosters
collaboration, continuous learning, and shared success
.
Grow inside a company that promotes
long-term careers
, internal mobility, and cross-border teamwork.
Contribute to shaping a
new center of excellence
in composites—
you won't be replacing someone... you'll be creating something.
What you'll do
As a key team member, you'll:
Design and implement
composite processes
(RTM, prepregs, dry fiber).
Create technical documentation for
production and inspection
.
Provide hands-on support in
manufacturing issue resolution
.
Manage
non-conformities
and coordinate with engineering teams.
Contribute to
new product development
and proposal preparation.
Lead
continuous improvement initiatives
.
Act as a
technical liaison
with international clients and group R&D centers.
What you bring
Degree in
aerospace, mechanical, or industrial engineering
(or equivalent proven experience).
4–6+ years of experience
in composites, ideally in the
aerospace industry
.
Knowledge in:
Auxiliary processes
: machining, inspection (CMM, ultrasound), painting.
Materials
: fibers, resins, adhesives, cores, prepregs.
CAD/CAM tools
: Catia V5 or Siemens NX.
Simulation software
for materials/processes.
Technologies
: RTM, prepregs, dry fiber.
Fluent English
is required;
Spanish
is a plus.
What we offer
Attractive salary package
annual performance bonus
Relocation support
if you're coming from another country or region
The chance to
build something from scratch
, not maintain legacy
Join a
human-focused company
recognized for its
sustainability, digitalization and culture of innovation
Location
: Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Apply now
and help us shape the future of
composite technologies in aerospace
.