Job Title: Product Development Engineer

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to research, develop, evaluate, test, and define the manufacturing processes for complex composite aero structures. This role includes the development of processes, tooling, materials, and technologies, as well as the management and definition of manufacturing plans and methods to align production with customer requirements. The position is hands-on and involves interacting with Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Engineering, external vendors, and others to ensure successful product manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal and external technical requirements.
• Review and create composites tooling designs.
• Determine best manufacturing methods for composite products and assemblies.
• Review and create product designs.
• Develop initial manufacturing build plan.
• Create test plans and review test data.
• Evaluate and determine composites material solutions.
• Develop and implement process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments.
• Work with customers to understand their requirements and provide solutions.
• Collaborate with suppliers, tooling engineers, and other IPT members regarding product tooling and design.
• Support and lead business development technical reviews and efforts.
• Work closely with the manufacturing department to develop, coordinate, and implement manufacturing build plans and create technical training for employees.
• Evaluate new technologies, processes, and materials.
• Design and develop manufacturing processes for enhancements, product changes, new products, and related fixtures & tooling.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of tool drawings, design concepts, shop orders, and concepts in accordance with manufacturing engineering standards.
• Perform production readiness evaluation and producibility assessment of all engineering changes.

Essential Skills

• New product development in aerospace.
• Proficiency in CATIA.
• Experience in composite manufacturing and composite materials.
• Design for manufacturing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, with recent experience supporting a manufacturing organization preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Specialized knowledge of aerospace commercial or military contracting and procurement requirements.
• Understanding of financial and labor cost systems and production processes.
• Ability to travel occasionally, sometimes on short notice and for extended periods.

Work Environment

Engineers will work onsite at a minimum on a hybrid basis, with offices available in the building for quiet work while maintaining direct access to the production floor. The environment involves working on exciting projects, originally formed to supply composite products to NASA's Space Shuttle Program. The position offers the opportunity to support all segments of the aerospace market, focusing on the defense sector’s fixed wing and rotary aircraft as well as space and uncrewed systems.

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

· Medical, dental & vision

· 401(k)/Roth

· Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)

· Short and long-term disability

· Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)

· Transportation benefits

· Employee Assistance Program

.Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)