PhD: Cryogenic Optical Metrology for Aerospace Materials

Delft; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Tu Delft invites applications for a PhD position focused on cryogenic and dynamic characterisation of aerospace materials. The candidate will develop optical metrology methods to study deformation and damage at cryogenic temperatures and high strain rates, with supervision from renowned researchers.

The project spans experimental optics, cryogenic testing, and numerical validation, contributing to safer hydrogen-based aerospace structures.

Qualifications

• MSc in optical engineering or closely related field required.
• Strong interest in experimental testing and material behaviour under extreme conditions.
• Hands-on experience with experimental setups and optical measurement techniques is essential.
• Experience with full-field optical methods and high-speed imaging is advantageous.
• Proficiency in English for collaboration with academic and industry partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop experimental and optical measurement methods for cryogenic and dynamic loading.
• Investigate deformation mechanisms and damage under quasi-static to dynamic loading.
• Publish findings and present at conferences; contribute to education.
• Supervise MSc students and engage with international collaborators.

Skills

Experimental testing

Optical measurement techniques

Full-field optical methods

Independent working

English communication

Education

MSc in optical engineering

MSc in photonics

MSc in aerospace engineering

MSc in mechanical engineering

MSc in applied physics

Tools

Fibre Bragg grating sensors

Interferometry

Digital holography

Job description

Tu Delft invites applications for a PhD position focused on cryogenic and dynamic characterisation of aerospace materials. The candidate will develop optical metrology methods to study deformation and damage at cryogenic temperatures and high strain rates, with supervision from renowned researchers.

The project spans experimental optics, cryogenic testing, and numerical validation, contributing to safer hydrogen-based aerospace structures.