Job Listing Description

JOB TITLE: Materials & Processes Engineer - HYBRID Position

LOCATION: Truth or Consequences, NM

Join us for an exciting opportunity to create history!

We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world. The contracts are regularly extended, and direct opportunities are often available.

Qualifying Questions:

Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description? Do you meet the educational requirements for this job? Do you meet the experience requirements for this job? Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?

Details:

Contract: Ongoing Location: Truth or Consequences, NM Contract 12 mos. - potential for direct hire Hybrid with expectation to be on-site 3 days minimum. Shift: 1ST, but open to discuss 2nd Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare Robust 401K Potential for bonuses Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify

We are seeking a first rate aerospace materials and processes engineer with experience in composite materials, including the testing of, out-of-autoclave processing, on-vehicle repairs, as well as bonded assemblies. The engineer in this role will be expected to fully understand and maintain the materials and processes used in the manufacture & maintenance. The primary tasks of this role will be to review modification drawings for proper material & process call-outs, provide support on-vehicle technical support, and review/write manufacturing & maintenance procedures and processes. You will develop and refine material and process requirements across multiple programs and Author materials and processing specifications.

Review test plans, process specifications, part drawings, and other documents to ensure compliance with requirements Confer with stakeholders in Manufacturing, Maintenance, Engineering, and other departments to facilitate production of parts and on-vehicle modifications Provide on-vehicle support as technical point of contact on materials and processes during modification or repair work Communicate technical concepts and results to Programmatic and Engineering stakeholders to inform company/program decisions Author material/joint test plans and their associated reports; review test data and undertake post-testing activities including design allowable calculations, equivalency determinations, and failure mode analysis This will require consultation and buy-in from stakeholders in various departments so strong interpersonal skills are also necessary. The engineer in this role is expected to be knowledgeable of basic mechanical testing methods of composite materials, and familiar with composite and paste adhesive properties and processing. An additional task of this role may be to design and carry-out mechanical testing to support structural analysis of both current and future vehicle builds. And provide technical guidance in the development of new materials, processes, and methods.

Desired Skills:

A Bachelor's degree from an ABET, or equivalent, accredited institution with a concentration in a relevant Engineering or Sciences discipline. A minimum of 5 years experience preferred in the evaluation or processing of aerospace materials, including metals, composites, and plastics. Familiarity with composite materials and processes used in the manufacture of composite aircraft fuselage and structural components including out-of-autoclave processing. Experience with materials and process specifications for composite materials. Knowledge of composite material mechanical testing and physical characterization methods & familiarity with statistical analysis methods of treating test data. Conversant in non-destructive inspection methods frequently employed on composite parts and assemblies. Ability to provide on-vehicle support, which includes climbing up stairs & onto the vehicle. A desire to work in a fast-paced work environment with a motivated team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Excellent computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong team player.

Preferred Skills:

Master's or Doctorate from an ABET, or equivalent, accredited institution with a Concentration in a relevant Materials Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Physical Sciences discipline. A minimum of 10 years experience preferred in the evaluation of aerospace materials, including metals, composites, and plastics. Familiarity with composite materials and processes used in the manufacture of composite aircraft fuselage and structural components including bond preparation, surface treatments, and bonded assemblies. Familiarity with composite aircraft repair methods & processes, including authoring repair processes. Experience with aerospace grade metals, such as those in the MMPDS, standard aerospace fasteners, and welding. Experience in authoring / revising materials and process specifications for composite materials and associated processes. Experience in developing a Design of Experiments for Process Improvement. Extensive knowledge of mechanical testing and physical characterization methods for composite materials and joints & familiarity with industry-accepted statistical analysis methods of treating test data such as those found in CMH17-1. Experience with non-destructive inspection methods frequently employed on composite parts and assemblies. Experience in stress analysis methods, including the use of hand calcs and FEM, is a plus. M&P MRB experience is a plus.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for current U.S. teammates, as well as all newly hired employees.

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.

We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.

We have a national medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare, and we also have a robust 401K offering. In addition, there is potential for bonuses, sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify.

The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft,

The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)