Specialist for Material Qualification & Process Development ) (m/f/d)

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ZEISS Microoptics is a unit of the Photonics & Optics strategic business unit specializing in the development, optimization, mastering, replication and integration of optical applications based on micro-optical and holographic optical elements.

In the newly established Aerospace business unit, we develop high-quality and high-performance optical systems for aviation. With holographic technologies, compact next-generation head-up displays are industrialized in cockpits and transparent displays for cabin interiors. Your role

We are looking for a specialist in material qualification & process development (m/w/x) focusing on material acquisition testing for use in regulatory and safety-critical optical products for aviation. Yours include: Development and optimization of processing processes – from feasibility analysis to homogeneous and reproducible series production

Definition and implementation of standardized testing, analysis and evaluation methods for material characterization

Planning and implementation of test programmes for the analysis and evaluation of environmental resistance, aging behaviour, long-term stability and safety in accordance with the current standards of aviation

Construction of a material ecosystem and strategic development and qualification of suppliers including RoHs / REACH Conformities

Technological evaluation and release of selected materials for optical products with use in regulatory and safety-critical applications of aviation

Support for certification and qualification processes according to air travel requirements, e.g. AS 9100

Become part of a growing interdisciplinary team and introduce your expert knowledge to realize new products for aviation and create added value for our customers.

A successfully completed study (M.Sc./M.Eng. or PhD) in physics, physical chemistry, material science or adjacent areas

Excellent knowledge of interfacial and polymer chemistry as well as extensive experience with material analysis methods

Practical experience in laboratory or pilot plant scales for polymerization processes with a focus on UV-curing polymers is advantageous.

Good knowledge of physical optics, classic optics production, microstructuring technologies (e.g. UV lithography) and work in protective clothing and under yellow light in clean room environment

In-depth knowledge of the quality assurance of the materials used including air travel-specific quality and documentation requirements

Structured, independent, quality-conscious and solution-oriented operation

Very good communication skills in German and English for stakeholder management