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Aja Labs, Inc.

Head of Fiber Engineering

Aja Labs, Inc., Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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About Us We're revolutionizing the beauty industry with eco-friendly, biopolymer-based fibers. Our mission is to create high-performance, sustainable alternatives that are safe for both consumers and the planet. The Role We're seeking a visionary experienced leader to drive our engineering efforts and scale our operations. As Head of Engineering, you'll lead our R&D team, balance innovative research with product development, and spearhead our technical strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead our engineering team, fostering growth and leveraging diverse strengths Drive rapid technical progress in biobased polymer technology and sustainable manufacturing Oversee product development from research through commercialization Lead optimizing and scaling production processes Collaborate across departments to align technical capabilities with business goals Ideal Candidate Advanced degree in Textile Science, Fiber Science, Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, or related field(s) 8+ years in polymer-based product development, 3+ years in leadership Proficient in polymer processing and spinning technologies Proven track record in R&D leadership and successful product launches Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen Passionate about sustainability and innovation

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