Materials & Processes Engineer

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Cirrus Aircraft is currently seeking a Staff Materials & Process (M&P) Engineer in the Structures team, Product Development. Job title and salary at hire are dependent on overall experience and expertise. Working with other lead engineers within M&P, the position will become an integral part of the aircraft structures R&D to launch a Team in M&P, to include ownership and execution of FAA Type Certification Plans, and Conformity Test Plans and Reports.

The M&P Team acts as a full‑service and support engineering team for all divisions of Cirrus Aircraft.

• Competency in material selection, evaluation, and testing, as well as in‑depth statistical computation and analysis.
• Chemical makeup evaluation, and material selection recommendations including composites, adhesives, sealants, coatings, paints, primers, etc.
• Write and edit Cirrus Test Plans, Test Reports, and presentations of technical data and content.
• Direct and perform advanced testing on composite, metallic, and polymeric materials.
• Provide engineering support to Cirrus QA / QC production and continuous improvement efforts.
• Provide engineering expertise, work order planning, and execution of conformity documentation to support Manufacturing Engineering.
• Act as the Lead M&P functional engineer and liaison to the Cirrus Advanced Development and Advanced Manufacturing Teams for automation and robotics.
• Support production, QA, and NDT Teams with robotic programming and troubleshooting.
• Create and become proficient in the use and upkeep of an aircraft structures historical database tool.
• Evaluate suppliers to ensure they meet specification requirements and design intent.
• Follow all safety standards and policies and ensure a safe operating environment, including use of appropriate protective equipment and identification of potential safety concerns.

• B.S. in Composites, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Science & Engineering from an ABET‑Accredited University Program.
• Minimum 10 years (Staff) of engineering experience. Previous experience with composites in a hands‑on processing or technician role is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an R&D to Production, Materials and Process Development Team.
• Advanced knowledge of process optimization / automation, robotics, and / or laser‑based material surface modification.
• Advanced knowledge of material testing equipment, techniques, data collection and analysis, and statistical evaluation.
• Extensive experience working with or in Quality Assurance and / or LEAN Teams.
• OEM or Military Aerospace, or General Aviation experience is preferred.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screen.

• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Office. Minitab, Python, MATLAB experience a plus. Creo, SOLIDWORKS, and / or AutoCAD experience a plus.
• Robot programming experience preferred (e.g. ABB Robot Studio, Yaskawa Motion Works / Moto Sim, or similar).
• Language:
  Ability to read, write and speak the English language.
• Quality:
  High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Teamwork:
  Ability to work productively in a team environment; positive attitude and team spirit.
• Self‑Reliance:
  Ability to work on major, long‑term projects with limited supervision, and direct interaction with all levels of the organization.
• Professionalism:
  Tactfulness and respect in working with others regardless of their status or position or the urgency of situations; acceptance of responsibility for own actions; integrity in following through on commitments.
• Attendance/Punctuality:
  Punctuality in arrival times and observance of appropriate break and meal periods; acceptable attendance record and proper utilization of time clocks.
• Dependability:
  Responsiveness to management direction, and ability to perform on multiple project teams simultaneously; diligence in completing tasks on time or proposing an alternate plan; openness to additional hours when necessary.

• 401(k) Plan
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  Dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting.
• Employer‑Paid Coverages
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  Group term life, short‑ and long‑term disability…