Manufacturing engineer Composites
Job Summary
As a Mid senior Level Manufacturing engineer - Composites you will be responsible for design & optimization of manufacturing processes for CFRP parts sub-assembly for eVTOL airframes prototype manufacturing & supporting in assembly integration. The candidate will be responsible for interacting with Manufacturing QA Structural design & other cross functional teams in realization of composites parts sub-assembly and prove out.
Roles & responsibilities
- Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for CFRP components using OOA prepreg systems.
- Lead material qualification for certification prototypes with interactions with Certification & Airworthiness team.
- Optimise facility including layout planning utilities coordination equipment selection installation and commissioning.
- Specify source validate and maintain capital equipment such as CNC routers ovens and bonding tools.
- Program and operate CNC routers for precision trimming and drilling of composite structures.
- Oversee bonding preparation processes including surface treatment adhesive application and cure cycle optimization.
- Manage Oven operations including recipe development cycle optimization and maintenance coordination.
- Apply expertise in composite curing processesthermal profiles and material-specific requirementsto ensure optimal part quality and structural integrity.
- Create and maintain detailed work instructions process documentation and tooling specifications.
- Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards.
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield reduce scrap and enhance overall process efficiency.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) continuous improvement activities and lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
- Perform DFM/DFA assessment of part & tooling design to ensure manufacturability of airframe systems.
- Experience with Excel PowerPoint / Google suite & PLM
- Adhere to project timelines and budgets and quality of output.
- Basic knowledge on cost estimation & time study of project execution.
- Basic knowledge on QMS QC tools & Metrology
- Basic knowledge on GD&T Fits & assembly
- Basic knowledge on PFDPFMEA Control plan
Required Skills
- ERP & PLM
- CAD software (Preferably CATIA or NX Solidworks)
- Material Selection
- Composite manufacturing processes
- Aircraft assembly processes & integration
- Tooling Design & Development
- Project Management
- Analytical skills
- Cost Analysis
- Quality Control
- Problem-Solving
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Aerospace or any related field.
- Work experience in 4 years in Manufacturing engineering of composites structures in the aerospace industry.
- Familiarity with different types of composites materials & manufacturing processes assembly & toolings is highly desirable.
Work Location: Chennai Tamil Nadu India.
Job Type: Full time.