The role will be part of the Singapore Aerospace Programme (SAP) team to manage research projects performed by A*STAR Research Entities for industry partners, manage programme activities and handle industry engagement activites.
Key responsibilities include:
Programme management
- Assist in the planning and execution of new project launches including the call for problem statements, workshops and proposal/technical reviews
- Monitor on-going projects through regular review meetings with research teams to ensure budget and deliverables are met
- Manage report submissions and variation requests
- Assist in the planning and execution of 6-monthly Programme Management Committee (PMC) meetings
- Work with teammates to ensure the smooth operations of the programme
- Support other office functions, e.g. hosting industry events
Stakeholder engagement and development
- Participate in meetings with SAP consortium members, industry stakeholders and public agencies
- Assist in the planning and execution of Singapore Airshow exhibition and hosting of Singapore Aerospace Technology Leadership Forum
- Facilitate the conceptualization and development of follow-on research initiatives beyond SAP
- Work with inter-division or inter-agency teams to drive aerospace industry development, develop industry transformation maps and aerospace roadmaps
- Coordinate industry engagement activities such as company visits to A*STAR and Airshow meetings and manage follow-up actions
- Nurture industry accounts to deepen research activities with A*STAR
- Engage Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to jointly develop research ecosystem aerospace capabilities
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Engineering, preferably in the field of aerospace or aeronautical
- 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in aerospace MRO or R&D and/or project management roles
- Strong communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong planning and analytical skills
- Result-oriented, resourceful and attentive to details
- Familiarity with the Singapore research ecosystem and grant call process will be an advantage
The above eligibility criteria are not exhaustive. A*STAR may include additional selection criteria based on its prevailing recruitment policies. These policies may be amended from time to time without notice. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
