Staff Engineer, Composite Advance Manufacturing
Leads composite manufacturing engineering across programs, including process optimization, production scale-up, and launch of a new jet production line. Requires 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, composite process expertise, CAD proficiency, and technical leadership.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and optimization of high-impact composite manufacturing processes across multiple programs.
- Drive production scale-up while balancing throughput, quality, and cost.
- Lead manufacturing engineering for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet.
- Develop CPD/Fibersim definitions and producibility assessments for composite parts.
- Scope and deploy manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation, and hardware/software production systems.
- Source and integrate capital equipment, production tools, and automation systems with vendors.
- Mentor engineers and production personnel.
- Standardize and improve manufacturing performance across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in rapid-growth environments.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
- Experience with Composite Part Design (CPD), Fibersim, and Generative Shape Design (GSD).
- Experience scaling production processes in a startup or rapid-growth environment.
- Strong understanding of composite manufacturing processes, including machining, lamination, and assembly.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma process-improvement methodologies.
- Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments and adapt to changing priorities.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards.
- Familiarity with additive manufacturing and automation systems.
- Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and data-driven manufacturing decision-making.
- Hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment and tooling design.
- Project management experience handling multiple priorities and deadlines.
Skills
CAD, Solidworks, Nx, CATIA, Composite Part Design, Fibersim, Generative Shape Design, Composite Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, As9100, Iso 9001, Additive Manufacturing, Automation Systems, Erp/Mrp
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