Composites Manufacturing Engineer jobs in United States
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E-Space · 4 months ago

Composites Manufacturing Engineer

E-Space is focused on making connectivity from space universally accessible and is seeking an experienced Composites Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and optimization of advanced composite structures for aerospace applications. The role involves developing manufacturing processes, collaborating with engineering teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.

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Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and optimize composite manufacturing processes (layup, cure, bonding, trimming, machining, and assembly)
Translate engineering requirements into robust manufacturing work instructions and tooling concepts
Collaborate with design engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability, repeatability, and cost-effectiveness of composite parts
Conduct process development trials and lead root cause analysis for non-conformances, implementing corrective and preventive actions
Define tooling requirements and support the design, procurement, and qualification of new tooling and fixtures
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in cycle time reduction, yield improvement, and automation of composite processes
Prepare and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), travelers, and control plans
Support supplier qualification and technical reviews for composite materials and processes
Train and mentor technicians and junior engineers on composite processes and best practices
Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., ASTM, SAE, NADCAP) and internal quality requirements

Qualification

Composites manufacturing engineeringPrepreg layupResin infusionNon-destructive inspection (NDI)CAD toolsToolingFixturingProcess improvementsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
5+ years of experience in composites manufacturing engineering, preferably in aerospace or high-performance applications
Hands-on expertise with prepreg layup, resin infusion, autoclave/oven cure, bonding, and NDI (non-destructive inspection) techniques
Strong knowledge of composite materials, resin systems, and structural adhesives
Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, NX, SolidWorks) and PLM/ERP systems
Experience developing tooling and fixturing for composite components
Proven track record of driving process improvements in a production environment
Excellent problem-solving, root cause analysis, and statistical process control skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to interface across engineering, production, and leadership teams
Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with shifting priorities and aggressive schedules

Benefits

An opportunity to really make a difference
Sustainability at our core
Fair and honest workplace
Innovative thinking is encouraged
Competitive salaries
Continuous learning and development
Health and wellness care options
Financial solutions for the future
Optional legal services (US only)
Paid holidays
Paid time off

Company

E-Space

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E-Space is bridging Earth & space with the most sustainable LEO space system, delivering real-time, anywhere comms, IoT & Smart-IoT services

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
$50M
Key Investors
Prime Movers Lab
2024-10-01Series Unknown
2022-02-07Seed· $50M

Leadership Team

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Cindy (Huimin) Du
Chief Financial Officer
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