Composite Engineer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 2–3 years of experience designing, analyzing, or building composite structures.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with NX or similar CAD software.
• Familiarity with FEA using ANSYS or an equivalent tool.
• Hands-on experience with composite fabrication, such as prepreg layup, vacuum bagging, or bonded assemblies.
• Experience supporting composite hardware through design, fabrication, or testing.
• Interest in designing for manufacturability and repeatable production.
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee, or be eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State authorizations for applicable export-controlled information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with composite structures for aerospace or UAV applications.
• Exposure to composite tooling, process development, or production quality.
• Experience comparing structural analysis with physical test results.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop composite structures and components for vehicle applications.
• Support laminate design and evaluate structural performance using hand calculations and FEA.
• Incorporate manufacturability, repeatability, and production scale into designs.
• Work with manufacturing teams to refine fabrication methods, tooling, and process documentation.
• Provide hands-on fabrication support, including prepreg layup, vacuum bagging, and bonded assemblies.
• Support validation testing and compare test results with analysis.
• Iterate designs and processes based on fabrication feedback, test results, and production needs.
• Contribute to technical documentation and engineering reviews.
• Support critical project milestones, including extended hours or weekends when needed.

Benefits

• Health insurance, dental and vision plans.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid time off.
• Funding for continuing education, training, and career growth.
• Performance-based incentives.
• Stock options or equity.