Spirit Defense - Mid-Level Research and Development Engineer
Core
Develop manufacturing processes, advanced technologies, and assembly plans for composite and metallic aerostructures for defense and space missions.
Role type
Mid-level manufacturing R&D engineer (aerostructures)
Builds
Composite and metallic aerostructures, tooling, and assembly processes for defense/space customers
Domain
Defense & Space, Aerospace Manufacturing
Required skills
Manufacturing engineering, Composite part development, CAD (CATIA suite), ERP systems, Tool design, Metal manufacturing, Process development, MRL assessments, GD&T interpretation
Preferred skills
Metals and Composites manufacturing, CATIA V5 (Part/Assembly/Wireframe/Surface), SAP/GPLM ERP, Engineering drawing interpretation, 10+ years aircraft industry experience
Technologies
CATIA, SAP, GPLM, CAD systems
Responsibilities
Develop manufacturing processes and advanced technologies for aerostructure development and assembly; Advance technology and manufacturing readiness levels through prototyping and validation; Author and review assembly plans, test plans, and lead Production 3P events; Provide technical leadership to teams of engineers and technicians; Lead engineering projects with cross-functional collaboration and project management; Support trade studies, industrialization, and automation initiatives.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with technical leadership