Senior Materials Engineer Composites

Andurils Materials Engineering team is seeking a Materials and Process Engineer with a background in structural composites to join our rapidly growing team. Our team plays a pivotal role in advancing the materials that are at the heart of Andurils cutting-edge products from autonomous aircraft to submarines. We aim to push the boundaries of whats possible in defense technology delivering innovative solutions in months not years.

As a Materials and Process Engineer you will be part of a dynamic team where you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and optimization of composite materials for our revolutionary products. The right person for this role has solid understanding of materials science and composite manufacturing and an intrinsic drive to build on that foundation. If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced collaborative environment and is eager to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world applications this role is for you.

WHAT YOULL DO

• Develop and test new composite materials (thermosets and thermoplastics) to meet engineering and performance specifications for structural applications
• Research evaluate and select composite materials and manufacturing processes based on mechanical properties manufacturability and cost considerations
• Design and execute statistically-driven test plans qualification envelopes and characterization campaigns to substantiate materials and processes
• Develop implement and maintain technical specifications engineering standards and allowables for composite materials
• Support redesign initiatives focused on cost reduction and high-rate composite manufacturing scalability
• Lead failure analyses and root cause corrective action investigations for material-related issues
• Document experimental procedures and results; present findings to technical teams stakeholders and leadership
• Collaborate with materials engineering staff to identify define and fill technology gaps in materials capabilities
• Coordinate with laboratory staff on materials and process characterization activities
• Support design engineering with materials selection allowables development and structural analysis
• Partner with manufacturing engineering to improve processes troubleshoot production issues and facilitate operations
• Work with quality assurance to drive specification compliance and support process audits
• Support supplier development qualification and performance monitoring
• Communicate technical risks to leadership and collaborate to overcome program roadblocks

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree or higher in materials science composites engineering or a related field.
• A strong understanding of composite materials processing and characterization techniques.
• 5-7 years of composite materials and process engineering experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to apply engineering principles to practical applications.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting structural analysis and statistical data reduction.
• Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software and materials simulation tools.
• Hands-on experience with nondestructive testing mechanical testing and failure analysis techniques.
• Prior experience with qualification and process substantiation of new composite products.
• Demonstrated ownership of a comprehensive material characterization effort.
• Working knowledge of composites manufacturing methods design and process substantiation.