Metallurgist

Union Technologies • Dallas, TX

149d

About The Position

Union Technologies is reindustrializing America’s defense manufacturing base with a first-of-its-kind Factories-as-a-Stockpile™ model, integrating advanced robotics, manufacturing, and software into sovereign factory systems at scale. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, UNION is dedicated to restoring America’s industrial strength and guaranteeing deterrence for the century ahead. We recently emerged from stealth with $50M in funding led by top-tier venture investors and strategic partners. We’re seeking a battle-ready Process Engineering Manager to lead the qualification and optimization of industrial processes for defense-grade manufacturing. Previous experience in developing and validating processes from day zero is essential. Familiarity with metalworking processes, such as forging, casting, machining, heat treating, or chemical coatings is required. Experience with multi-stage processes running on 24/7 schedules is also necessary, and prior experience in multi-plant/distributed manufacturing systems is a plus.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s in Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: 7-10+ years in process engineering management; developed and qualified processes for defense, aerospace, or complex manufacturing/assembly; experience with first article inspections a plus.
• Technical Skills: CpK/PPK analysis, SPC, RCCA tools (8D, 5-Why), Minitab, R-Shiny.
• Leadership/Work Style: Hands-on leader; team builder, thrives under pressure.
• Soft Skills: Sharp communicator; proactive problem-solver, coach/mentor.
• Physical Requirements: Stand, walk, lift 50 lbs in a gritty shop with heat and noise.

Nice To Haves

• Defense standards knowledge (MIL-STD, ITAR).
• Expertise in metal processing, including heat treating and chemical coatings for ferrous, non-ferrous, and super alloys.
• Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods (ultrasonic, dye penetrant) for process validation.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or ASQ Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE).

Responsibilities

• Establish a company-wide culture of process excellence based on data-driven decision making.
• Develop and qualify robust industrial processes for defense-grade steel forgings, ensuring first article compliance with defense standards.
• Lead first article inspections (FAI) and process validations to deliver battle-ready products.
• Use CpK/PpK statistical analysis and tools (8D, 5-Why) to ensure process capability and stability.
• Apply SPC and stats tools (Minitab, Excel, R-Shiny) to maintain tight process control.
• Leverage expertise in metal processing, including heat treating and chemical coatings, to meet defense specifications.
• Drive Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Be the process engineering point for customers and suppliers, no excuses.
• Oversee 4 shift supervisors and multiple process technicians across four shifts.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Dallas, TX.
• Additional incentives for those who move quickly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees