Composites Engineer
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Huntsville, Alabama, United States
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Responsibilities:
- Coordinate manufacturing work load to optimize output relative to assigned priorities.
- Work on the development of composite laminate systems in support of the design of the SLS spacecraft.
- Assist in developing design properties and establishing processing parameters for a wide variety of components-coordinates movement of materials and components from through development and testing process.
- Work with a team of engineers and technicians to establish manufacturing techniques.
Degree in Engineering or related field is required. Degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a minimum of a Masters with at least 3 years of experience, or BS with at least 5 years of experience. Composite fiber placement experience is preferred but not required.
- Candidate should be experienced with developing and executing detailed work/test instructions and be able to facilitate equipment trouble shooting both developing procedures and documenting findings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively interface with customers, technicians and management.
- The ability to develop technical papers/presentations and deliver to potential lab customers and at conferences is preferred.
Desired Qualities:
- Experience working with carbon fiber laminates
- Aerospace experience
- Laser tracker experience
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling
- Familiarity with Pro-E/CREO design/modeling software
Essential FunctionsWork Environment: General office environment (100%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<10%)
Physical Requirements: Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (40%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Amentum facilities (10%).
Equipment and Machines: Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance: Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions: The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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