Materials Engineer in composites for the defense industry

Do you have experience in composite manufacturing and want to work with complex technical products? Then this may be the role for you!

About the role In this role, you will become part of a Material & Process team working with the introduction of new materials, development of material systems and associated processes, as well as technology development. The role focuses on composites and manufacturing processes and involves close collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, and other specialist functions throughout the entire development and industrialization chain.

Examples of tasks

Work with manufacturing processes and quality issues in collaboration with suppliers

Support product development through all phases – from concept and system design to verification and delivery

Plan and execute testing campaigns for materials and components

Develop and update material and process specifications

Contribute to and drive technology development within the composite area

Participate in material qualification, manufacturing, and repair-related issues

Collaborate with several different functions to ensure effective and robust manufacturing solutions

Participate in industrialization and development of new materials and processes

Travel to other business locations and suppliers may occur in the position

We are looking for you who have

Relevant post-secondary education, for example in composite technology, materials engineering, or similar

At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in composite manufacturing, preferably within industrial operations

Communication skills in Swedish and English, both oral and written

Ability to travel for work

The assignment is classified for security clearance. Prior to employment, you are required to undergo a security clearance and be approved according to current security protection regulations. This may involve requirements for certain citizenship.

Meritous experience

Experience in the aerospace or defense industry

About you To thrive in the role, we see that you are an independent and proactive person who enjoys working in an organization with many points of contact. You find it easy to build relationships and actively contribute to collaboration, even when the team is geographically dispersed. Furthermore, we see that you have a good understanding of how different functions interact and can balance a meticulous way of working with a holistic perspective in technical issues. You take responsibility for your work, drive tasks forward, and thrive in a role where collaboration, communication, and technical understanding are central.

About Framtiden AB At Framtiden, we work with both staffing and recruitment; we want to make a difference in people's lives. We make a difference by helping people find the right job and the right colleague. We are specialists in recruiting the right talents for the right companies. Framtiden is present in seven locations in Sweden. In this role, you will work as a consultant via Framtiden.

About the client Our client is a leading defense and security company with a mission to strengthen nations' ability to protect their populations and contribute to security for people and societies. They develop technology and solutions that support a safer and more sustainable world. They develop, manufacture, and maintain advanced systems within aerospace technology, weapon technology, command systems, sensors, as well as marine platforms, and constitute an important part of Sweden's and other nations' defense capabilities. More information about the company will be provided during the interview.

The recruitment process

Telephone interview with Framtiden

Interview with Framtiden

Reference checks and degree certificates

Interview with the end client

Employment decision

Security clearance

Terms The assignment is classified for security clearance. Prior to employment, you are required to undergo a security clearance and be approved according to current security protection regulations. This may involve requirements for certain citizenship. Start: Autumn 2026 or by agreement Location: Stockholm, Solna Extent: full-time, on-site