ST Engineering MRAS · 18 hours ago
Lead Composite Materials Engineer
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$92K/yr - $138K/yr
5+ years expST Engineering MRAS is a pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures, including aircraft and rocket components. They are seeking an experienced Lead Composite Materials Specialist to oversee testing programs, develop performance benchmarks, and integrate material systems for high-end composite products.
AerospaceManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Roland Hardy
Responsibilities
Lead comprehensive testing of trial fiber types, including tensile properties, compression behavior, stiffness profiling, and microstructural analysis
Develop structure-property relationships to assess suitability for specific product classes
Establish performance envelopes and ranking methodologies to compare new material candidates
Translate product-level requirements into clear material performance specifications
Map test results against target structural applications to determine material suitability and identify development gaps
Provide recommendations for material or process adjustments based on performance deviations and end-use requirements
Build and manage datasets linking thermal, chemical, structural, and mechanical characterization results
Use statistical analysis to extract trends, identify critical parameters, and support material optimization
Product technical reporting packages for internal decision-making and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Composite Materials, or related field with 5 years of relatable experience
Strong proficiency in mechanical, thermal, chemical, and structural characterization of advanced reinforcement fibers and composite materials
Familiarity with composite materials interface behavior and performance drivers
Ability to define material requirements based on final product design criteria and structural performance needs
Excellent communication skills for delivering technical findings
Access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization
Preferred
Highly collaborative, adaptable, and proactive with strong problem-solving ability
Comfortable working independently in fast-paced, ambiguous R&D environments
Innovative, curious, and motivated to push boundaries of composite materials science and manufacturing
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
Health Flexible Spending Accounts
Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
Immediate 401k vesting
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)
Company
ST Engineering MRAS
ST Engineering MRAS is a world leading manufacturer of complex aerostructures including nacelle systems and specialized structural components of the airframe.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-09-13Acquired
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