Materials & Processes Technical Specialist II
Core
Execute materials and process prototyping, testing, and documentation for high-temperature composites and advanced heatshields to enable rocket vehicle flight and re-use.
Role type
Senior IC materials and processes technical specialist
Builds
Rocket vehicle components (welding, additive manufacturing, composites, heatshields)
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing and materials science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
high-temperature composite processing, coupon fabrication, vacuum infusion, furnace operation, CNC machining, composite panel layup, surface prep, adhesives/bonding applications
Preferred skills
thermal/mechanical/chemical testing instruments (DSC, LFA, TGA, Dilatometer, Instron), CAD
Responsibilities
Execute M&P prototyping, test coupon design, fabrication, testing, and documentation; troubleshoot high-temperature composite and heatshield processing challenges; mentor and train new team members; assist with day-to-day lab operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC