TS&D Leader — Aircraft Deicing Fluids Lab

Dow Chemical; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable and market-competitive base,

Bonus opportunity

Robust retirement program

Job summary

Dow is seeking a TS&D Leader for Aircraft Deicing Fluids in Midland, MI. You will supervise the Midland laboratory team and partner with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D to advance product development and support customer needs.

You will develop technical expertise in ADF formulations, lead safety and quality initiatives, and collaborate with global teams to align resources with strategic goals. Travel to customer sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, engineering or science-related field, or equivalent military experience.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced leadership in TS&D.
• Ability to travel up to 20% is required.
• U.S. work authorization is required; no visa sponsorship provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Midland TS&D technician teams (9 Dow staff + 3 contractors) and oversee R&D/TS&D projects.
• Serve as SME for ADF, collaborating with Sales, product stewardship, and QA to drive customer-focused solutions.
• Develop formulations knowledge for Aircraft Deicing Fluids and related products; support qualification, testing, and tech transfer.
• Provide training and maintain laboratory data, ensuring safety and quality in operations.
• Engage with SAE committees, industry groups, and customer sites to gather requirements and drive innovation.
• Manage and optimize resources across multiple DIS technology spaces and act as liaison with global teams.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Team Management

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Innovation Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, engineering, or science-related discipline

Master's degree preferred

12 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree

Job description

Dow is seeking a TS&D Leader for Aircraft Deicing Fluids in Midland, MI. You will supervise the Midland laboratory team and partner with Sales, Manufacturing, and R&D to advance product development and support customer needs.

You will develop technical expertise in ADF formulations, lead safety and quality initiatives, and collaborate with global teams to align resources with strategic goals. Travel to customer sites is expected.