Process Optimization and Mirroring for Metal DED in Space Engineering
Advance additive manufacturing and digital twins for space propulsion systems through metal directed energy deposition.
Best for:Best for graduate engineers with a Master's degree in materials, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering interested in aerospace additive manufacturing.
Overview
The PROMISE project at the University of the Basque Country focuses on advancing laser-based directed energy deposition for manufacturing and repairing metallic components in space propulsion systems. The selected researcher will develop and optimize additive manufacturing processes for refractory and thermally resistant alloys. The work integrates experimental characterization, numerical simulation, digital twins, and real-time process monitoring to ensure traceability and digital certification. Ultimately, the research culminates in the fabrication and validation of a full-scale thrust nozzle demonstrator, contributing to Europe's aerospace sector.
What you'll do
- Develop and optimize laser-based directed energy deposition processes for high-performance metallic components in space propulsion.
- Investigate material-process interactions for thermally resistant and refractory alloys.
- Integrate numerical simulations, experimental characterization, and digital twin frameworks.
- Implement real-time process monitoring and acquire large volumes of manufacturing data for traceability.
- Contribute to the digital certification, quality assurance, and design of advanced aerospace components.
- Fabricate and validate a full-scale thrust nozzle demonstrator.
Requirements
Degree required: Master Degree or equivalent
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Background in advanced manufacturing technologies or materials engineering
- Experience with experimental characterization or numerical simulation
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing processes
- Hold a Master Degree or equivalent
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-05 (Europe/Madrid)
Interested candidates must submit their application through the official university portal link provided in the vacancy listing before the stated deadline. Ensure all required documentation specified in the call guidelines is uploaded correctly.
- CV
- Master Degree certificate
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