The Composite Structural Engineer will support product design and manufacturing technology, with a strong focus on structural design, materials, analysis, testing, and product improvement.
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in composite structures, structural engineering, aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience with composite materials and structural design, including carbon fiber, fiberglass, epoxy, and sandwich structures.
- Strong knowledge of composite material mechanics, laminate theory, stress analysis, and structural sizing.
- Experience with FEA / structural analysis using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, or similar.
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, or Creo.
- Experience developing and reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
- Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes, including layup, curing, bonding, machining, and inspection.
- Experience with structural testing, failure analysis, and root-cause investigation.
- Ability to support design verification, validation, qualification, and certification activities.
- Familiarity with applicable industry standards, material specifications, and quality requirements.
- Experience collaborating with manufacturing, quality, materials, testing, and supplier engineering teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, technical documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple engineering projects and meet technical, schedule, and quality objectives.
- Aerospace experience and knowledge of FAA / aerospace structural requirements preferred for aviation-focused roles.
Required / Preferred Skills:
- Product Design
- Composite Structural Design
- Value Engineering / VAVE
- SolidWorks
- DFM
- DFMEA
- Costing / Cost Reduction
- GD&T
- Tolerance Stack-Up
- FEA
- Product Testing
- Sheet Metal
- Plastics
- Casting
- Material Selection
- PDM
- Failure Mode Analysis
- Experience in product design and manufacturing technology.
- Proficient in 2D drawings, 3D modeling, SolidWorks, PDM, GD&T, tolerance stack-up, DFMEA, and FEA.
- Experience with sheet metal fabrication, plastic molding, and casting.
- Knowledge and experience in metal and polymer material selection.
- Apply engineering principles using hand calculations, handbook methods, and FEA modeling where appropriate.
- Hands-on experience building test samples and operating test equipment.
- Strong understanding of failure modes and analysis, including establishing analysis and test methods to clearly understand failure modes and quantify margins to failure.
- Develop test procedures, conduct functional testing, interpret results, and correlate results with product performance.
- Strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
- Experience with Value Engineering (VAVE) and product design updates for cost reduction is preferred.
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and manage projects from start to finish.
- Strong commitment to accountability, collaboration, and execution.
- Ability to establish and maintain strong cross-functional relationships.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Up to 10% overnight travel may be required.