Senior Engineer Material Science

TALENTMATE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE, through ADVANCED CONCEPTS, seeks an experienced Materials Scientist to lead polymer and coating technologies for missile components in Abu Dhabi. You will drive research, testing, and evaluation of materials for performance and reliability.

The role requires 8+ years in polymer/coating fields and a 4+ year senior track record in a large corporate, with a PhD or Master's in Polymer Technology. Collaboration across mechanical, electrical, and aerodynamic teams is essential, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in polymer and coating technologies.
• 4 years in a senior role at a large corporate.
• Master’s or PhD in Polymer Technology.
• Design experiments and R&D activities.
• Analytical and numerical techniques.
• Project management and materials testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive material research for missile components.
• Design and oversee material testing procedures.
• Perform failure analysis and propose improvements.
• Provide technical leadership to junior engineers.
• Stay updated on new materials and technologies.
• Plan laboratory operations for material development.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and aerodynamic teams.
• Ensure quality control throughout material processes.
• Lead internal and external innovation training on coatings.

Skills

Materials research

Material testing

Failure analysis

Technical leadership

Laboratory operations

Coating materials

Cross-functional teams

Quality control

Education

Master's or PhD in Polymer Technology

Tools

Simulations

Modeling

Job description

Job Description

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is an entity within EDGE dedicated to the design and deployment of advanced, innovative technologies.

ADVANCED CONCEPTS is fast-tracking the development of high-technology autonomous systems, including three Medium Endurance, High Altitude, fixed-wing unmanned aerial systems, a family of precision loitering munitions, a cost- effective family of cruise missiles, and a range of guided artillery munitions.

Core Accountabilities

• Conduct comprehensive material research to identify, evaluate, and select suitable materials for missile components, considering properties, performance requirements, and environmental factors.
• Design and oversee material testing procedures to assess mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties, ensuring materials meet specifications and standards.
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations on material anomalies or failures, providing recommendations for material improvements or design modifications to enhance missile performance and reliability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in material science engineering.
• Stay updated with industry advancements, emerging materials, and technologies, and apply relevant knowledge to enhance missile design and performance.
• Plan and implement laboratory operations for the purpose of developing material and fabrication procedures that meet cost, product specification, and performance standards.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and aerodynamicists, to integrate materials effectively into missile design.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulations by implementing rigorous quality control measures throughout the material selection and production processes.
• Conduct internal & external innovation training sessions for employees on coating materials, energy absorption materials.
• Conceptualize and develop solutions based on project requirements and company standards by using simulations/modelling & experiments to support expansions and changes.

Qualification / Experience

• Minimum 8 years in the field of polymer and coating technologies and 4 years in a senior role for a large corporate
• Master’s or PhD holder in Polymer Technology
• Design Experiment
• Research & Development
• Analytical Techniques
• Numerical Techniques
• Project Management
• Materials Testing & characterization

Job Details

Role Level: Not Applicable

Work Type: Full-Time

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Abu Dhabi

Company Website: http://edgegroup.ae

Job Function: Management

Company Industry/

Sector: Other