- Title: Senior Materials & Process Engineer
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama
- Industry: Aerospace & Defense
Currently, DSJ Global is partnered with a leading Aerospace & Defense organization whose technologies bring benefits to many aspects of daily life. This organization has a focus on developing and manufacturing products for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond.
The Sr. Materials & Process Engineer will be responsible for daily structures production support. The successful individual in this role is a creative, solutions-oriented engineer that takes ownership of manufacturing processes to drive world class Safety, Quality, Cost and Delivery performance into the business.
As the Senior Materials & Process Engineer, you will:
- Determine the materials and production processes for new launcher structures and other related space products
- Define manufacturing working instructions for composite structures and optimize existing ones
- Lead material characterizations and support the structural design of space structures
- Support production using existing processes and the introduction of new manufacturing processes. Solve problems associated with these processes
- Oversee the whole production process guiding the technicians
- Perform development tests, create and develop technical documentation, establish technical delivery specifications, and manufacturing procedures
- Negotiate with customers and suppliers on topics related to materials and production processes
- Assist during the proposal development process for new projects and opportunities (cost estimations, material and process choice).
The Senior Materials & Process Engineer should have:
- B.S. in Engineering
- 6+ Years of directly related experience. Specialization in lightweight design or carbon fiber reinforced plastics is considered beneficial
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be a highly collaborative team player
- Must be able to develop working relationships across multiple cultures/locations
- Must be available for extended international travel during the startup phase
