Structures Engineer M&P Engineer II+

SUMMARY

The Material and Process Engineers role is to develop and implement manufacturing processes, and material solutions in order to improve manufacturing efficiency, product quality, and support new business development efforts with a focus on advanced composite hardware. This position interfaces with the Quality team to reduce non-conformance issues, and works directly on the manufacturing shop floor in support of production. Another primary responsibility is to author and maintain M&P specifications, material property test reports, business development technical packages, and share ownership of legacy manufacturing instructions. ABOUT USKarman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industrys most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, VisionCompany Paid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysTuition Reimbursement•

WHAT YOU WILL

DOWork directly on the manufacturing shop floor giving hands-on support to manufacturing engineers and techniciansResearch and perform screen testing for extreme environment material applicationsWrite test plans in support of materials testing, using a Design of Experiment approachExecute and evaluate material property testing for the development of B-basis design allowables, quality assurance, and engineering test requirementsAuthor and maintain legacy material and process specifications, create new specificationsDevelop solutions to non-conformance issues, consult with Quality, analyze trends, reduce frequencyUtilize strong written and verbal communication, technical report writing skills, organizational and problem-solving skillsSupport proposal/presentation preparation for business development and market surveysReview designs for cost, manufacturing, and quality assurance issuesProvide technical support to customersMentor and act as a resource for more junior engineers

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING

FORBachelor's degree in Materials Science or equivalent experience and registration2-5 years relevant industry experience preferred Experience with advanced composite manufacturing of aircraft or spacecraft componentsExperience with the following: Out-of autoclave, autoclave, wet lay, filament winding, and primary structure bonding; thermosetting resins and their characterization; experience with high temperature materials preferredExperience with mechanical and physical property testing of materials and hardwareStrong understanding of ASTM test methods, and military/commercial M&P specifications.

Knowledge of CAD/CAE softwares, basic understanding of CATIA and/or SolidWorks Self-motivated, able to multi-task, work independently on assignments with minimal oversight or direction, quality-oriented and safety consciousPossesses strong mechanical aptitude as well as creativity in solving problems; able to track overall goals and see the big picture while focusing on detailsExcellent communication and customer relationship skillsMust be a U.S. CitizenMust hold or be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.

Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (protected class) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.