R&D Engineer (Composite Materials)

DSO National Laboratories; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DSO National Laboratories is seeking an R&D Engineer (Composite Materials) to design and fabricate cutting-edge composite structures and lead automation efforts in advanced manufacturing. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-value projects for defence applications in Singapore.

The role requires a degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, knowledge of FEA, non-destructive testing methods, and hands-on fabrication using prepreg and wet layup processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Knowledge in mechanics of materials, structural design and stress analysis (FEA)
• Knowledge in non-destructive tests (ultrasound, pitch‑catch) for composite materials
• Knowledge in automation-related technologies for handling of composite materials and processes
• Knowledge in composite fabrication processes, such as prepreg layup and wet layup
• Knowledge in CAD drafting, preferably SolidWorks
• Ability to do both hands-on fabrication work and comfort in automated tools
• Dynamic, high adaptability to turn out design changes under quick engineering sprints and longer‑cycle projects requiring detailed planning
• Self‑driven, able to exhibit analytical thinking to address / solve unstructured problems
• Able to propose new ideas, design experiments and analyse technical outputs independently
• Team player, able to work with teams of diverse technical backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Work on designing and fabricating cutting‑edge advanced composite structures
• Work with digital tools and help shape adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies for high‑value projects
• Work with various stakeholders to manage project outcomes and give recommendations and take charge to resolve technical challenges
• Lead a small team to develop techniques to automate composite fabrication processes
• Plan and lead a team of technicians to meet project targets ranging from short sprints to longer‑cycle projects
• Perform CAD works, including generating or modifying 3D models and/or 2D sketches
• Design fabrication processes for composite structures
• Hands‑on fabrication and testing of composite structures with various processes such as wet layup, prepreg layup, resin infusion to robotic tools (e.g. ATL, AFP, trimming)
• Design new setup for mechanical testing and evaluation of composite structures

Skills

FEA

SolidWorks

CAD drafting

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

DSO National Laboratories (DSO) is Singapore’s largest defence research and development (R&D) organisation, with the critical mission to develop technological solutions to sharpen the cutting edge of Singapore's national security. At DSO, you will develop more than just a career. This is where you will make a real impact and shape the future of defence across the spectrum of air, land, sea, space and cyberspace. The Emerging Systems Division focuses research and development on a broad spectrum of capabilities that are critical to the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) defence systems, including antenna design and electromagnetics, and next‑wave technologies in lasers and advanced materials. People are DSO’s greatest asset. You will realise your career aspirations, develop your own niche as a deep technical expert or team leader, and be rewarded through competitive remuneration packages and scholarship opportunities.

R&D Engineer (Composite Materials)

In This Role, You Will

• Work on designing and fabricating cutting‑edge advanced composite structures
• Work with digital tools and help shape adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies for high‑value projects
• Work with various stakeholders to manage project outcomes and give recommendations and take charge to resolve technical challenges
• Lead a small team to develop techniques to automate composite fabrication processes
• Plan and lead a team of technicians to meet project targets ranging from short sprints to longer‑cycle projects
• Perform CAD works, including generating or modifying 3D models and/or 2D sketches
• Design fabrication processes for composite structures
• Hands‑on fabrication and testing of composite structures with various processes such as wet layup, prepreg layup, resin infusion to robotic tools (e.g. ATL, AFP, trimming)
• Design new setup for mechanical testing and evaluation of composite structures

Job Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or similar fields
• Knowledge in mechanics of materials, structural design and stress analysis (FEA)
• Knowledge in non‑destructive tests (ultrasound, pitch‑catch, etc.) for composite materials
• Knowledge in automation‑related technologies for handling of composite materials and processes
• Knowledge in composite fabrication processes, such as prepreg layup and wet layup
• Knowledge in CAD drafting, preferably SolidWorks
• Ability to do both hands‑on fabrication work and comfort in automated tools
• Dynamic, high adaptability to turn out design changes under quick engineering sprints and longer‑cycle projects requiring detailed planning
• Self‑driven, able to exhibit analytical thinking to address / solve unstructured problems
• Able to propose new ideas, design experiments and analyse technical outputs independently
• Team player, able to work with teams of diverse technical backgrounds