Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist

Rolls-Royce; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm is seeking a Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist to ensure product integrity and compliance in processes. The role involves analyzing engineering problems, collaborating with teams, and overseeing quality standards for materials. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Metallurgy and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience in cleanroom operations is desirable, and effective communication is essential. The position is based in Seletar, Singapore, with a hybrid working model available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Employee discounts

Employee support assistance

Qualifications

• Cleanroom operation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with heat treatment and diffusion bonding processes.
• Knowledge of international quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure product integrity in manufacturing processes.
• Analyze engineering problems and document decisions.
• Collaborate across teams to meet manufacturing needs.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or relevant Engineering discipline

Tools

Quality Control Test Procedures (QCTPs)

NADCAP standards

ISO standards

Job description

Job Description

Location: Seletar, Singapore

Only candidates with the legal right to work in Singapore will be considered. Applicants without this eligibility will not be considered.

Rolls‑Royce is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Laboratory Technologist to join our Aerospace manufacturing operations at Seletar, Singapore. You will partner with Manufacturing Engineering Commodity Leaders and Manufacturing Process Owners to ensure that the deployed solutions align with strategic business needs and operational excellence.

Why Rolls‑Royce?

Rolls‑Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future, and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

We’ll provide an environment of caring and belonging where you can be yourself. An inclusive, innovative culture that invests in you, gives you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

What We Offer

We offer excellent development opportunities, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. These include bonus, employee support assistance and employee discounts.

Your needs are as unique as you are. Hybrid working is a way in which our people can balance their time between the office, home, or another remote location. It’s a locally managed and flexed informal discretionary arrangement. As a minimum we’re all expected to attend the workplace for collaboration and other specific reasons, on average three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and control the methods used to ensure product integrity of components processed through Diffusion Bonding and Outgas furnaces.
• Analyze technical problems, apply sound engineering judgment, and document decisions with clarity and precision.
• Interpret design and engineering requirements to ensure shop floor processes remain compliant with national and international standards.
• Develop and maintain shop floor instructions and participate in audit procedures (e.g., NADCAP, internal quality reviews).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, suppliers, and local experts to align technical requirements across the manufacturing process.
• Manage and communicate progress of technical activities to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify and implement new or improved manufacturing processes and technologies to meet current and future business needs.
• Approve process procedures, stage drawings, and Methods of Manufacture (MoMs) for both in‑house and externally manufactured parts.
• Maintain operator training and qualification frameworks for special processes, ensuring timely updates when specification changes occur.
• Prepare and maintain Rationalised Quality Specifications (RQSCs) and Quality Control Test Procedures (QCTPs) for sensitive and critical parts.
• Lead cross‑disciplinary teams to drive process improvements and resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Perform microstructural evaluation and acceptance of test samples from steel, titanium, and nickel alloys at various manufacturing stages.
• Support the acquisition and commissioning of new processing equipment through selection, justification, and qualification activities.
• Drive process control and continuous improvement activities to reduce variation, including identification of opportunities for data collection and centering.

Key Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a relevant Engineering discipline.
• Experience in cleanroom operations is preferred or willingness to work in such environments is required.
• Familiarity with special processes such as heat treatment, diffusion bonding, and materials evaluation.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a data‑driven approach.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of international quality standards and audit practices (e.g., NADCAP, ISO).

Why Join US?

We offer excellent opportunities to develop, along with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits.

Pioneer optimum performance

Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for brilliance and innovation.

Our People are our Power

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realise their full potential. You can learn more about our global Inclusion strategy here.

Rolls‑Royce follows a merit‑based employee recruitment process and does not charge/accept any payment/security deposit from candidates during the recruitment process. Candidates seeking employment with Rolls‑Royce should be cautious of potentially fraudulent communications and offers from individuals and agencies purporting to be from, or acting on behalf of, Rolls‑Royce.

Please refer to the Career section on the Rolls‑Royce website to verify employment offers or vacancies. Rolls‑Royce shall not be liable for any loss, damage or consequences that may arise from any communication or offer of employment not directly made by Rolls‑Royce.

Rolls‑Royce reserves the right to take legal action against any individuals or agencies acting on behalf of Rolls‑Royce without authorization.

As part of our selection process, candidates in certain locations may be asked to complete an online assessment, which can include cognitive and behavioural aptitude testing relevant to the role. If required, full instructions for the next steps will be provided.

Job Category

Manufacturing Engineering

Posting Date

28 Nov 2025; 00:11