Lead Materials Engineer

3 weeks ago

Irvine, California, United States Supernal Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Materials & Process Engineer to join our team at Supernal. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for applying your technical knowledge and expertise to support components across our vehicle.

This role will work toward building and implementing conventional and novel materials and process solutions, collaborating with our partners to ensure that delivered hardware meets requirements and leads to the certification and production of new AAM vehicles.

Key Responsibilities
  • Be responsible for the Materials & Process team's workflows and focus on composites and structural bonding.
  • Coordinate crafting design requirements and standard methodologies for all hardware on the vehicle.
  • Own the evaluation and selection of composite materials and adhesives to satisfy design requirements.
  • Coordinate the development of adhesively bonded joints and assemblies.
  • Build internal material specifications and process specifications that support manufacturing and ensure quality.
  • Lead and coordinate testing for method development, materials characterization, allowables generation, and design validation.
  • Serve as the M&P representative (Signatory Authority) in design reviews, the production drawing release cycle for hardware components/assemblies, and Material Review Board (MRB) issues.
  • Coordinate supplier selection, development, qualifications, and ongoing evaluations.
  • Build procedures for reviewing supplier-delivered (source-controlled) hardware for compliance with requirements.
  • Assist in building top-level M&P control plans and documentation.
  • Support the manufacture of hardware in-house and at our suppliers.
  • Participate in industry working groups, standards bodies, and relevant technical conferences and symposia to maintain awareness of technology developments and regulatory trends across academia and industry.
  • Mentor junior engineers.
  • Partner with PMO organization to implement build plan.
  • Up to 25% of domestic and international travel.
  • May occasionally support 2nd, 3rd shift or weekend shift.
  • Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in STEM or related field required; Master's or Ph.D. degree preferred.
  • Minimum ten (10) years of experience in related experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered).
  • Experience in these areas: thermoset fiber composites, thermoplastic fiber composites, structural bonding, adhesives, plastics, physical & mechanical material characterization, composite material allowables generation & certification.
  • Experience with qualification and implementation of automated/robotic composite.
  • Experience with process mapping, SPC, PFMEA, DFMEA, and similar tools/techniques.
  • Knowledge of a first principles' approach to problem-solving.
  • Familiarity with 3D CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or similar).
  • Proficiency at drafting test plans, coordinating & implementing test campaigns, and generating test reports.
  • Knowledge and ability to run materials characterization lab equipment such as FTIR, DSC, SEM, TGA, Rheometer, and Instrons.
  • Ability to perform composite layups and bagging and run equipment related to composite fabrication.
  • Ability to lift/move equipment and tools weighing up to 35 lbs.
  • Familiarity with statistical software, including Minitab, JMP, or similar.
  • Knowledge of CMH-17, SAE, ASTM, and other standard bodies.
  • Understanding of Six Sigma, Lean, & DOE principals.
  • Proficiency in writing R&D work instructions and documentation of R&D work.
  • Understanding of composites & adhesive materials and processing methods used for various applications found in aircraft structures.
  • Understanding of materials and processes outside of composites and structural bonding.
  • Ability to lead material allowable certification programs.
  • Fabrication methods in a high-rate manufacturing environment.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite tools such as Word, Excel, Project & Visio.
  • Proactive and efficient delivery of communication and follow-up.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work in a timely manner.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or higher preferred.
  • Experience with aerospace assembly processes preferred.

Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.

The pay range for this position is: $204,200—$260,700 USD.

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-

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