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QinetiQ

Material Scientist Graduate

Location: Farnborough, UK

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Salary: Not specified

Work type: Not specified

Posted: Today

Deadline: 05/06/2026

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This technical role within the Advanced Materials and Devices (AM&D) team focuses on supporting the delivery and commercial acquisition of engineering programmes within the composite materials domain.

At QinetiQ we are creating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds, and at different stages in their careers.

 

Role Purpose:

  • The Role will support the delivery of composites programmes within the Advanced Materials and Devices (AM&D) team. The candidate will operate closely with the Technical lead to win, support and deliver technical programmes.  

  • Primarily support in the delivery of programmes of work within the composite materials domain.  

  • Support on the delivery of programmes of work within the AM&D teams. 

  • Attendance to QinetiQ Farnborough at least three days a week 

 

Key Capabilities/Knowledge:

  • Knowledge of Material science or Composites. 

  • Good oral and written communication.  

  • Competent in Microsoft studio applications.

 

Experience & Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or Masters in a STEM subject. 

  • Preferably a module on Material Science and/or Composites 

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

  • On demand learning, access to courses, modules, and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms

  • Coaching and Mentoring

  • 25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday

  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance

  • Flexible Benefits package

  • Employee discount portal

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Employee-led networks 

 

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which means factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

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QinetiQ

Location: Farnborough, Hampshire

Industry: Engineering

QinetiQ is an integrated global defence and security company focused on mission-led innovation. Our purpose is protecting lives by serving the national security interests of our customers. We employ more than 8,000 highly-skilled people, committed to creating new ways of testing technologies, systems, and processes to make sure they meet operational needs; and enabling customers to deploy new and enhanced capabilities with the assurance they will deliver the performance required.

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