Distinguished Staff Development, Process Engineer – Composites

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Define and guide the strategic direction for the development, qualification, and implementation of new polymer matrix composite processes for Future of Flight programs.

• Lead process development through designed experiments (DOEs) to analyze the impact of process parameters on part quality and performance.

• Take ownership of technical program management for PMC process development, encompassing planning, execution, and the management of technical and programmatic risks.

• Integrate enhanced PMC processes into manufacturing and MRO operations with workshops, suppliers, and design engineering teams.

• Establish best practices and design requirements for composites.

• Author and incorporate process specifications, technical documentation, and technical publications.

• Monitor trends in the composites industry and engage with external partners, material suppliers, and research organizations.

• Utilize commercial and business insight to inform process decisions related to component costs, repair expenses, and lifecycle implications.

• Lead cross-functional teams without having direct reporting authority.

• Document and disseminate lessons learned while mentoring engineers.

• Provide professional and technical thought leadership.

• Recommend best practices to enhance products, processes, or services.

• Develop innovative solutions for complex manufacturing processes and assess conflicting information.

• Lead functional teams or projects and present technical solutions to leaders, partners, vendors, or customers.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related discipline.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in composites manufacturing engineering and/or process development.

• Profound technical expertise and specialization in polymer matrix composite materials and processes.

• U.S. Person status required for access to U.S. export-controlled information: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or granted asylee/refugee status.

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

• A Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related field is desired.

• Over 7 years of experience in PMC process development, composites manufacturing engineering, or materials and process engineering, preferably in aerospace is desired.

• Hands-on experience with PMC fabrication processes, tooling, and curing is preferred.

• Familiarity with composites NDE methods and composite repair techniques is advantageous.

• Experience working with suppliers and on the shop floor in a composites manufacturing environment is desired.

• Previous experience leading DOEs and translating findings into process specifications is preferred.

• Demonstrated team leadership and program management experience, including leading teams without direct reporting relationships, is desired.

• Prior experience as a Certifying Agent, Materials Application Engineer (MAE), or Process/Manufacturing Engineer is preferred.

• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma, digital data analytics, and module-level systems thinking is desirable.

• Strong oral and written communication skills are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Engaging and challenging career paths.

• Competitive salary and compensation packages.

• Assistance with relocation provided.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.

• Drug screening and testing as required by employment standards.