Coatings Specialist – Environmental Barrier Coatings

Overview

Develops and leads environmental barrier coating solutions for Rolls‑Royce.

Key Responsibilities

• coating design
• test methods
• supplier development
• team leadership
• stakeholder presentation
• requirements

Tasks

-Influence functional requirements for coatings in CMC components -Develop capability within external testing service suppliers and the global University Technology Center (UTC) network -Lead the development of novel coating systems and architecture concepts across a global team of technical specialists -Define and implement unique and relevant laboratory and rig testing methods to generate key engineering and functional property data -Present the development, testing and implementation of EBCs and advanced coating systems to engineering leadership and key stakeholders at technical and program gate reviews

Requirements

• phd
• master's
• data analysis
• thermal spray
• ebc
• us citizen

What You Bring

-Background in environmental barrier coating (EBC) or thermal barrier coating (TBC) systems for gas turbine engine components -Understand fundamental behavior and controlling mechanisms for coating system properties and performance, and translating this into subsequent materials and method of manufacture improvements -Master’s degree in Materials, Polymer, Ceramic or Chemical Engineering with 3+ years of experience in coatings or ceramic materials, OR -Bachelor’s degree in Materials, Polymer, Ceramic or Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in coatings or ceramic materials, OR -In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident -Expert in data analysis and materials characterization -PhD in Materials, Polymer, Ceramic or Chemical Engineering -Strong technical knowledge of coatings and their environmental, mechanical and functional properties and performance as applied to ceramic matrix composites -Expert in coatings and materials microstructure and chemical analysis techniques used to interrogate governing mechanisms for coating performance and life -Experience in industrial coating processing methods, including thermal spray, slurry / electrophoretic deposition, and CVD/PVD

About Rolls-Royce

-Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse. -It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure. -Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors. -It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units. -Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

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