Research And Development Manager Saab Barracuda

Saabe

Research and development leadership
Chemistry and materials science expertise
Product development roadmap execution
At Saab, you can realise amazing innovations that keep people and societies safe and truly make an impact

Job Summary

  • At Saab, you can realise amazing innovations that keep people and societies safe and truly make an impact.
  • The successful candidate will oversee multidisciplinary research and development activities and ensure all efforts meet strict performance, durability, regulatory, and sustainability targets.
  • Saab is a leading defence and security company with 26,100 talented people pushing the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Matching Summary

At Saab, you can realise amazing innovations that keep people and societies safe and truly make an impact.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Research and development leadership
  • Chemistry and materials science expertise
  • Product development roadmap execution
  • Compliance with safety and regulatory standards
  • Management of multidisciplinary engineering teams
  • Innovation in chemical formulations and coatings

Nice-to-have

  • Collaboration with external research organizations
  • Experience with defense and military products
  • Strong communication in English and Swedish
  • Mentoring and team building skills
  • Driving continuous improvement cycles

Key Requirements

  • Advanced degree in Chemistry or Materials Science
  • More than 10 years of R&D experience
  • At least 5 years in leadership or managerial role
  • Experience leading small or mid-size companies
  • Security vetting clearance required
  • Fluency in English and Swedish

Work Rights

Security vetting clearance required

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