Composite Process Engineer Stf - E4
Posted Updated
Description
Standard Job Description
Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes. Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications. Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Composite Engineering preferred)
- 4+ years hands-on experience operating, programming, or overseeing filament winding processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
- Familiarity with composite material handling, safety protocols, and quality inspection methods
Desired Skills
Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or MBA/Systems Engineering
7+ years handling large-scale filament winding or automated fiber placement (AFP)
Proven process optimization experience (cycle time reduction, material utilization, defect mitigation)
Hands-on exposure to composite design software ( FEM/process simulation tools)
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or PMP certification
Experience leading cross-functional projects, coordinating with tooling, materials, and QA/QC groups
Familiarity with LM or defense-specific composite standards
Previous involvement in aerospace, missile, or pressure vessel filament-winding programs