Engineer, Physicist, Materials Scientist, or Computer Scientist | Ingenieur/in, Physiker/in, Materialwissenschaftler/in, Informatiker/in (w/m/d)

Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- u. Raumfahrt, ZLP Süd e.V.

Augsburg, Bayern, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Jun 24, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation in advanced manufacturing processes for fiber composite components, particularly focusing on thermoplastic materials. You will be instrumental in evaluating the maturity and future potential of solutions for Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) and hot pressing, translating these technologies into industrial applications. Key responsibilities include optimizing thermoforming processes, defining process requirements with industry partners, and developing hybrid interfaces for various material combinations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in fiber composite manufacturing, especially with thermoplastics, and experience in managing research projects. This position is perfect for a professional eager to contribute to the advancement of robust and efficient production technologies, ensuring high-quality components with reduced economic effort.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or University Diploma in Engineering (Aerospace, Automotive, Automation, Lightweight Construction, Robotics), Physics, Materials Science, Computer Science, or other relevant fields

Experience

  • Long-term, preferably industrial, experience in fiber composite manufacturing, especially with thermoplastics in thermoforming and tape laying
  • Comprehensive knowledge of established and future-oriented thermoplastic manufacturing processes
  • Experience in independently initiating and managing third-party funded projects (technical and organizational)
  • Professional experience in manufacturing components using automatic AFP technology (thermoplastic and duroplast)

Languages

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Additional

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