Master Thesis (30hp) - Life Cycle Assessment of EMAS Product Lines

About Us

Runway Safe leads the industry in commercial aircraft arresting systems, dedicated to enhancing runway safety. Our mission is to improve runway operations and safety by providing knowledge and value-adding solutions to the aviation industry. 

We enable airports around the world to do more with less: more safety with less space, more types of aircraft with less investment, more flights with less downtime, more preserved nature with a smaller airport footprint. We provide safety and efficiency.

We have offices in Europe and North America and an active international partner network throughout the world. The global HQ of Runway Safe is located in Gothenburg, Sweden where our corporate functions are located. At our technology center in Linköping, which is the aviation capital of Northern Europe, we have a group of skilled engineers and project managers overseeing our international operations. Our base for North America is based in Logan, New Jersey where we also have our global manufacturing facility.

Background to Master Thesis Opportunity

We really appreciate the fresh ideas and energy students bring to our team! Your commitment to academic accuracy and your keen interest in advanced technology equip you to address challenges with a unique and insightful approach.

At Runway Safe, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of experienced professionals across various disciplines. This diverse collaboration will allow you to gain invaluable hands-on experience and actively contribute to our continuous growth and development.

You will conduct your thesis work within our Research & Development (R&D) Department. This department is responsible for both the innovation of new products and the development of our current product lines. Our R&D team includes members in Linköping, the US office, and remote locations.

We care a lot about the environment, which comes naturally to us as a Swedish company. We also see that sustainability is becoming more important worldwide, and we are keen to make a positive difference in this area. We are dedicated to ensuring that our customers receive accurate and comprehensive information to support well-informed decision-making.

Description of the thesis

The master thesis has two main objectives. Firstly, we would like to investigate our climate impact based on our two EMAS product lines for various scenarios, cradle-to-gate, cradle-to-grave. Secondly, we would like to develop methodologies for how to harmonize Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for our two product lines to support our customers in a well-informed decision-making. In addition to the main objectives we would also welcome recommendations on how to improve our climate footprint.

Your profile

You are nearing the completion of your studies and ready to begin your 30-credit master’s thesis. This thesis opportunity is suitable for two students with a solid background in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), strong analytical skills, and are self-motivated and accustomed to independently seeking out information.

The work will be conducted from our Linköping Office. Strong proficiency in English is required for this position, as you will be collaborating internationally. Please note that travel to the USA may be necessary as part of the thesis work. Therefore, candidates must be eligible to obtain an ESTA or already have authorization to travel to the United States through citizenship, a valid visa, or a green card.

We provide the support and guidance needed for you to transform your theoretical expertise into practical solutions. Become a driving force behind our technical progress and contribute to meaningful advancements in climate impact assessment.

How to Apply

Please fill out your information below to start the application. We expect you to apply individually and, as part of the application, name your Thesis parter.