Description
We are seeking an entry-level or associate composite manufacturing engineer to support the design transfer, process development, and production of advanced composite structures for proprietary programs in Berkeley, MO.
The successful candidate will provide engineering support for composite manufacturing lines through development, qualification, improvement, and sustainment of processes. This includes ensuring parts meet quality, cost, and schedule targets.
Key responsibilities:
- Support and document composite manufacturing processes including tooling, materials handling, layup, cure, trimming, and assembly
- Develop and maintain process travelers, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
- Execute and analyze first article inspections, process capability studies, and production validations
- Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
- Collaborate with design, quality, production, suppliers, and supply chain to ensure successful product delivery
- Support process improvement and Lean initiatives to increase yield and reduce cycle time
- Participate in manufacturing readiness reviews, DFMEA/PFMEA, and change control boards
- Maintain safety and environmental compliance in manufacturing areas
For Level 2, additional responsibilities include leading small engineering projects, mentoring junior engineers, and acting as technical lead for assigned products or cells.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or equivalent
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Basic understanding of composite materials, curing processes, layup, autoclave operations, and tooling
- Experience reading engineering drawings
- Experience with 3D solid modeling software applications
- Experience with Microsoft Office suite
- Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance
Preferred qualifications:
- Proven experience with process development for composite layup, wet layup, and cure cycles
- Familiarity with design-to-manufacturing interfaces, DFMEA, process capability, and statistical methods
- Experience with Root cause analysis
- Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) or Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) experience
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
- Experience with aerospace composite specifications and certification processes
- Knowledge of NDI techniques
- Hands-on experience with autoclaves, ovens, composite tooling, and cure monitoring
- Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt), or equivalent process improvement training
Benefits:
- Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs
- Boeing 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 10% of eligible pay
- Student Loan Match program
Salary range: Level 1: $71,400 - $96,600 Level 2: $85,000 - $115,000
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