Innovation Head

Job Description

Job Objective A highly specialised research-based role in Armor industry, where you will be responsible for providing technical expertise and knowledge to new product development and technology projects, finding innovative, cost-effective means to improve research, processes, products, and technologies for MKUs ballistic material. You will lead development efforts for processing and formulation of next generation ballistic material, helping MKU maintain its technology advantage over the competition Execution Contribute to intellectual property developments for high performance fiber/polymer processes used in ballistic applications. Lead new fiber/composite product development projects (lab and pilot scale). Study and analyze safety parameters such as, Impact Protection, Shock Absorption, Head Injury to prepare specification sheet for new projects. Interact with product manager on product application development. Interact with solution developers for cost effective solutions and superior product. Design of Experiment (DOE) development and execution Design analysis and prototyping of new materials. Research and Development on energy absorption materials. Planning for training and seminars of subordinates Oversee the patent requirement of products of Innovation team. Coordination & Reporting Report project outcomes and/or risks to the Product Engineering head as needed escalating issues as necessary based on project work plans. Prepare and present business case plan to Product Engineering head before starting the project. Coordination with project coordinator for timeline status and different milestones of projects. Coordination with Sample manufacturing person to realize the prototype. Development Share your knowledge and experience in identification of new material design for ballistic solution improvement. Identify cost reduction initiatives in current solutions. Attend conferences and seminars related to technical advancement in safety equipment materials. Manage the innovation teams projects priority. being completed on time and if there is any discrepancy then escalation of such to PE head with new estimated timeline. Job Specifications Qualification Min. qualification required M.Tech/PHD in Polymer Science, Material Science or Equivalent Other desired qualifications Prior experience in R&D for polymers and composites. Relevant Experience Min. no. of years of relevant experience required 10+ years of relevant experience Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge of fabric design, polymers and composites. Knowledge of standards like ASTM and ISO. Good knowledge of physical and mechanical properties of different materials used in armor manufacturing. Experience in design of experiments, product design, and customer applications support MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Data Analysis. Cost estimation and project feasibility study Have led a team of 5+ in R&D