Lead Materials Process Engineer

2 weeks ago

Irvine, California, United States Supernal Full time
Lead Materials and Process Engineer

At Supernal, we're pushing the boundaries of human possibility with our electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry. As a Lead Materials and Process Engineer, you'll play a critical role in developing and implementing conventional and novel materials and process solutions to support components across our vehicle.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement materials and process solutions to meet design requirements and ensure certification and production of new AAM vehicles.
  • Collaborate with Engineering verticals and Supply Chain teams during the design process.
  • 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 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 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.
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 thermoset fiber composites, thermoplastic fiber composites, structural bonding, adhesives, plastics, physical and mechanical material characterization, composite material allowables generation and certification.
  • Experience with qualification and implementation of automated/robotic composite processes.
  • 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 and 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, and DOE principals.
  • Proficiency in writing R&D work instructions and documentation of R&D work.
  • Understanding of composites and 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, and 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.

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