Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Special Projects
Core
Subject matter expert in composites manufacturing for defense hardware, including static equipment, moving ground equipment, and complex flight vehicles.
Role type
Staff Manufacturing Engineer (Composites)
Builds
Defense hardware systems (static equipment, ground vehicles, flight vehicles)
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
composites manufacturing processes, mold design, material selection, Design for Manufacturability (DFM), New Product Introduction (NPI), process optimization (Lean/Six Sigma), PLM/ERP/MES systems, supplier management, technical mentorship
Preferred skills
autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, networking technology
Technologies
Autoclave processing, Resin transfer molding (RTM), Vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding (VARTM), Out-of-autoclave processing, Compression molding, Filament winding
Responsibilities
Serve as primary technical expert for composites manufacturing processes, assembly, and test methodologies; Provide expert consultation and mentorship to manufacturing teams; Evaluate and integrate new manufacturing technologies and automation; Transition products from prototype to high-volume production; Develop composites workmanship standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives; Act as technical liaison between Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations.
Seniority
Staff, technical leadership & mentorship
