Senior Engineer (Material Science)

EDGE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced materials scientist to conduct comprehensive material research for missile components. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years in polymer and coating technologies and hold an advanced degree in Polymer Technology. This position involves designing and overseeing testing procedures, conducting failure analysis, and providing technical leadership to junior engineers. Strong project management skills and a passion for innovation are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in polymer and coating technologies, with 4 years in a senior role.
• Experience in design experiments and numerical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct material research for missile components.
• Design and oversee material testing procedures.
• Perform failure analysis on material anomalies.
• Provide leadership to junior engineers.
• Stay updated on industry advancements.
• Plan laboratory operations for material development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Polymer technology

Analytical techniques

Project management

Materials testing

Research & Development

Education

Master’s or PhD in Polymer Technology

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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. Support Accountabilities:
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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