Job Description
After more than 60 years away from Formula One, Aston Martin returned to the grid in 2021. Based in Northamptonshire, Aston Martin Aramco® Formula One Team has more than 800 passionate people at its heart, making a team with both a rich heritage and a fresh perspective – bringing new energy to the sport with a determination to shake up the order and compete at the sharp end.
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The Aston Martin era represents a journey for us, but the racer’s attitude and can-do approach remain central pillars in the team’s philosophy. The focus is always on improving performance and delivering results. With fresh investment and energy, the stage is set to build on Aston Martin’s rich history in motorsport and establish Aston Martin Aramco® Formula One Team as a competitive force in the years ahead.
To succeed on this mission, the team is looking for talented individuals who share our passion for racing and hunger for competition. It’s a stimulating and rewarding place to work, with pure racing at the core of everything we do. We are building for a strong future and every member of the team will play an important role in our success.
We are a brave and united team who value authenticity, honesty, and are never afraid to question conventions. We embrace these values in ways that reflect our modern world. If you share our racer’s spirit and want to contribute to the next chapter in Aston Martin’s glorious history, please apply and join one of the most exciting projects in Formula One.
We have a new opportunity to be part of the Materials team in the role of Materials Technician.
Working in the Material’s Group and reporting to the Head of Structures, the Material Test Technician will be responsible the mechanical testing of metallic, non-metallic and composite materials, metallographic assessment of metals and sectioning of composite components and adhesive joints as part of failure investigation studies. The Laboratory Technician will also carry out analytical work using FTIR, DSC and DMA equipment. This work will support the Design Office in their choice of materials, quality in ensuring compliance and production in maintaining a current database of material choices.
Responsibilities
- To carry out routine mechanical testing of metallic, non-metallic and composite parts.
- Operate and maintain the universal tensile test machine for routine and project-based development work.
- Prepare adhesive bond and composite test samples for mechanical test purposes.
- To carry out routine metallographic assessment of metallic samples for additive manufacturing routine testing and development work.
- To section and prepare materials for component examination for further failure investigation and analysis.
- Record and photograph failed components using cameras and optical microscope equipment as part of materials development projects and failure investigation studies.
- Ensure all test results are recorded using agreed laboratory database procedures.
- Analyse routine and non-routine organic samples using the FTIR, DMA and DSC analytical equipment.
- Continuously develop skills and knowledge to industry standard.
Essential skills and experience
- Have relevant experience in a laboratory test and/or material analysis environment.
- A track record of delivering results.
- Be able to demonstrate a good understanding of composite and metallic materials, both properties and processing.
- Some experience of data management.
- Effective task management.
- Microsoft Office competent.
- Teamwork skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Be flexible, pragmatic and resilient.
- Ability to demonstrate a clear understanding of and commitment to Health & Safety
- A high level of attention to detail, a positive ‘can-do’ attitude and a flexible ‘hands-on’ approach to workload and hours is essential
The hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm 1 hour for lunch but additional hours may be required as work dictates.
This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the post holder and identifies a level of responsibility at which they will be required to work. Subject to the discretion of the Company, you will carry out the duties specified above together with such other duties or tasks for the Company and any Group Company as required.
Aston Martin Aramco® Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.
Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.