Materials Manufacturing Engineer III

About the role

This role operates at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing, with significant time spent on the shop floor and in the lab executing builds, refining processes, and conducting material testing.

Responsibilities

• Translate material and design requirements into robust manufacturing processes and work instructions
• Plan and execute material fabrication including layup, preforming, infusion (VARTM/RTM), and curing
• Develop and optimize process parameters (resin systems, flow media, vacuum strategy, cure cycles)
• Design and support tooling for complex preforms and infusion setups
• Perform hands-on builds, trials, and process validation on the shop floor
• Develop and execute material test plans (mechanical, thermal, environmental)
• Analyze test data to characterize material properties and drive process improvements
• Investigate defects (voids, dry spots, delamination) and lead root cause/corrective actions
• Collaborate with design engineering on material selection, stack-ups, and DFM/DFA
• Interface with suppliers for fibers, resins, and preforms; support material down select and qualification
• Ensure compliance with aerospace/defense standards and specifications
• Identify emerging manufacturing technologies and perform cost/benefit analysis for implementation

Requirements

• Written and oral communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative, diverse team environment
• Experience with 3D woven or complex preform architectures
• Familiarity with aerospace qualification standards (CMH-17, ASTM, AMS, MIL specs)
• Experience with mechanical testing methods (tensile, compression, ILSS, fatigue, etc.)
• Knowledge of NDI/NDT methods (ultrasonic, CT scanning) for composites
• Experience scaling processes from development to production
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and material allowable development
• Knowledge of DFX principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Assembly, and Cost
• Knowledge of GD&T and the appropriate tolerances in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to analyze and understand technical drawings, Model Based Definition Files, preliminary bills of material, engineering sketches, CAD models, prototypes, specifications, and ad hoc requirements
• Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Manufacturing specific computer skills: ERP and MRP (e.g. Oracle); PLM (e.g. Matrix); MES (e.g. Solumina) or equivalent
• Experience with CAD software (UG NX)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required. Preferred degrees are Materials and Science Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years’ experience in composites or materials processing manufacturing or R&D environment

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dress for Your Day
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Employee Discounts
• Service Awards
• Cell Phone Retail Discounts
• Travel Assistance
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Home and Auto Discounts
• Adoption Assistance
• Additional Benefits

Pay

The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Schedule

Full-time