Materials Engineer, Additive Manufacturing
Core
Developing and qualifying laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) processes for nickel-based superalloys used in next-generation rocket engines.
Role type
Materials Engineer, Additive Manufacturing
Builds
High-performance components for Raptor rocket engines
Domain
Aerospace propulsion / Additive manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
LPBF process development, parameter optimization, material characterization, fractography, metallography, mechanical testing, failure analysis, design allowables development
Preferred skills
HIP, heat treatment, surface finishing, direct energy deposition (DED), casting, forging, brazing, fracture mechanics, fatigue testing, creep testing, in-situ sensors, advanced process control
Technologies
Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), laser powder bed fusion, nickel-based superalloys
Responsibilities
Provide materials and process support for propulsion system designs and manufacturing, Increase reliability of internal designs and manufacturing processes through material and process development, Develop physical, mechanical, and thermal properties for materials, Improve our additive processes and materials through characterization and development, Perform root cause investigations using fractography, metallography, and testing, Provide technical reviews and advice for design efforts specifically related to drawings, specifications, and material requirements
Seniority
Mid-level IC