Materials & Process Engineer

Stellant is an industry leader in high-performance RF technology, supporting terrestrial and spaceborne communications, electronic warfare, and radar missions.

About the role

This position provides engineering support for materials and processes, including welding (Laser, TIG, and Resistance), soldering, brazing, precision chemical cleaning, plating, and laboratory testing. You will serve as a liaison with groups such as Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Suppliers, and Supply Chain.

Responsibilities

• Improve and develop welding processes to meet functional requirements with the highest quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot process problems and interface with internal and external customers.
• Write specifications and procedures, develop and revise weld schedules, and train operators on processing techniques.
• Provide support with cleaning, plating, brazing, soldering, adhesives, paints, machining, and metallizing.
• Perform extensive laboratory activities including SEM, XPS, microscopy, DSC, XRF, and X-Rays, as well as small-scale laboratory tests.
• Draft Materials and Processes (M&P) engineering documents, including procurement specifications and assembly instructions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Level II: minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Level III: minimum of 4 years of relevant experience
• Level IV: minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Level V: minimum of 9 years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of metals, joining methods, and metallurgical concepts, with hands-on experience in Brazing, Soldering, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Laser Welding.
• Demonstrated ability to develop welding schedules and specifications.
• Deep understanding of engineering materials specific to a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in precision chemical cleaning and plating processes.
• Proficiency with materials, laboratory equipment, and test plan execution.
• Capability to draft Materials and Processes (M&P) engineering documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills with a proven track record of working closely with production personnel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g., Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by ITAR.

Pay

$85,000–$165,000/year, depending on experience.