Thermal Insulation Specialist - Solid Rocket Motor

About the role

Halcon, part of EDGE, is seeking an experienced Thermal Insulation Specialist to lead the design, development, testing, qualification and continuous improvement of thermal insulation systems for advanced Solid Rocket Motor (SRM) applications. The role acts as technical authority for insulation and thermal protection systems, driving innovation in ablative and elastomeric materials and leading a multidisciplinary team of scientists and technicians.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of SRM insulation systems using EPDM, NBR, HTPB and other advanced elastomeric materials.
• Define thermal protection solutions for motor cases, nozzles, throat inserts and exit cone assemblies.
• Manage material selection, qualification and manufacturing process development.
• Lead teams running thermal and material characterization tests (Arc-Jet, Oxy-Acetylene, TGA, DSC).
• Develop qualification, acceptance and verification plans for insulation systems and components.
• Support motor case manufacturing, including lay-up, mandrel winding, cure cycle development and bond-line inspections.
• Provide technical leadership during system integration, static firing campaigns and post-fire failure investigations.
• Own insulation documentation, including specifications, reports, procedures and certification packages.
• Collaborate with propulsion, nozzle, structures and manufacturing teams, and interface with customers, certification bodies and suppliers.
• Drive R&D on next-generation thermal protection materials, advanced composites and additive manufacturing solutions.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in aerospace, defence, propulsion or advanced materials engineering.
• Proven experience with thermal protection and insulation systems for solid rocket motors or high-temperature propulsion.
• Experience leading technical teams and development programs.
• Preferred: Master's or PhD, 12+ years of experience, experience supporting SRM programs through PDR, CDR, qualification and hot-fire testing, NDT/NDE certification, and familiarity with REACH and RoHS.

Required skills

• Thermal insulation design and analysis, ablative material development and elastomeric insulation systems (EPDM, NBR, HTPB)
• Nozzle thermal protection systems and thermal analysis and simulation tools
• Bond-line integrity assessment, failure analysis and materials characterization and qualification testing
• Composite manufacturing processes

What we offer

• Tax-free salaries and highly competitive pay.
• Benefits that may include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for children.
• A learning academy and digital learning platforms, strong career support and collaboration with global talent.