Materials Lab Manager
Elbit Systems
Posted on Mar 16, 2026
We are looking for
For Elbit Cyclone site in Bar-Lev Industrial Zone we are looking for a Laboratory Manager to join our team. This is a leadership role in a professional aerospace environment, managing laboratory operations and ensuring the highest quality testing standards for materials and components in alignment with customer and aviation requirements. Join a team that combines professionalism, teamwork, and innovation in one of Israel’s leading aerospace manufacturing companies
In this role you will
Manage a team of laboratory technicians
Hold professional responsibility for performing tests on materials and components according to customer and aerospace standards
Oversee daily laboratory operations including equipment calibration, stock monitoring, and laboratory maintenance
Write professional specifications and procedures
Report deviations promptly and take an active part in failure investigations
Provide professional training and mentoring for laboratory staff
Requirements
B.Sc. in Materials Engineering - Mandatory
M.Sc. in Materials Engineering - Advantage
At least 5 years of experience working in a materials laboratory - Mandatory
Experience in manufacturing and testing of composite materials - Advantage
Experience in manufacturing and testing of metallic materials and/or chemical testing - Advantage
Experience managing a small team and familiarity with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP - Advantage
Strong command of English
Experience working with multiple interfaces, customers, and suppliers in Israel and abroad
Ability to lead employees and cross-organizational processes with assertiveness and system-wide understanding
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork ability, and high self-learning capability
Only relevant applications will be answered
#Karmiel
For Elbit Cyclone site in Bar-Lev Industrial Zone we are looking for a Laboratory Manager to join our team. This is a leadership role in a professional aerospace environment, managing laboratory operations and ensuring the highest quality testing standards for materials and components in alignment with customer and aviation requirements. Join a team that combines professionalism, teamwork, and innovation in one of Israel’s leading aerospace manufacturing companies
In this role you will
Manage a team of laboratory technicians
Hold professional responsibility for performing tests on materials and components according to customer and aerospace standards
Oversee daily laboratory operations including equipment calibration, stock monitoring, and laboratory maintenance
Write professional specifications and procedures
Report deviations promptly and take an active part in failure investigations
Provide professional training and mentoring for laboratory staff
Requirements
B.Sc. in Materials Engineering - Mandatory
M.Sc. in Materials Engineering - Advantage
At least 5 years of experience working in a materials laboratory - Mandatory
Experience in manufacturing and testing of composite materials - Advantage
Experience in manufacturing and testing of metallic materials and/or chemical testing - Advantage
Experience managing a small team and familiarity with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and NADCAP - Advantage
Strong command of English
Experience working with multiple interfaces, customers, and suppliers in Israel and abroad
Ability to lead employees and cross-organizational processes with assertiveness and system-wide understanding
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork ability, and high self-learning capability
Only relevant applications will be answered
#Karmiel