Materials & Processes Engineer

Supernal•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Materials & Process Engineer applies their technical knowledge and expertise in metallics, composites and structural bonding to support components across our eVTOL vehicle. This role works toward building and implementing conventional and novel materials and process solutions while working with our partners to ensure delivered hardware meets requirements and leads to the certification and production of new AAM vehicles. This position collaborates with all Engineering verticals & Supply Chain teams during the design process.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field required
Minimum three (3) years of related experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)
Experience working with technicians
Experience developing a Design of Experiments plan
Experience running and analyzing data from analytical materials characterization equipment
Technical knowledge in one or more of the areas of: metals, adhesives, composites, structural bonding
Familiarity with 3D CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or similar)
Familiarity with statistical software, including Minitab, JMP, or similar
Knowledge of CMH-17, SAE, ASTM, and other standard bodies
Proficiency in writing R&D work instructions and documentation of R&D work
Proficiency MS Office Suite tools such as Word, Excel, Project & Visio
Understanding of a “First Principles” approach to problem solving
Proactive and efficient delivery of communication and follow-up

Nice To Haves

Hands on experience with composite layup and bonding preferred

Responsibilities

Support creation of material specifications and process specifications that support manufacturing & ensure quality
Evaluate materials across the vehicle to satisfy design requirements
Develop and execute test plans for metallics, composites and structural bonding, method development, materials characterization, allowable generation, and design validation
Author test reports and other summaries to communicate information to the broader engineering team
Participate in design reviews for hardware components/assemblies
Provide M&P input on strategy, supplier selection, development, qualifications, and ongoing evaluations
Support the manufacture of hardware both in-house and at suppliers
Participate in industry working groups, standards bodies, and relevant technical conferences and symposia to maintain awareness of technology developments & regulatory trends across academia and industry
May require up to 10% of domestic and international travel
Other duties as assigned