Principal Engineer

Principal Engineer

This individual will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) within the technical arena, specializing in composites and structural mechanics, while acting as a mentor to our engineering team. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and practical experience gained through a distinguished career at either a leading defense contractor (e.g., Lockheed Martin, Boeing, General Dynamics), the Department of Defense, or highly accredited research institution/university.

• Highly competitive benefits package snapshot:
  Medical/Dental/Vision/STD/LTD (100% paid for by the company), Max 401K Contribution, 3 weeks vacation
• This location requires US CITIZENS only.
• Onsite only as this position will be actively mentoring the teams - 20+ people

• Technical Expertise:
• Provide technical leadership and act as the organization's SME in composites, mechanics of materials, engineering design and structural analysis, inclusive of Finite Element methods.
• Offer advanced solutions to complex engineering challenges, ensuring the highest standards of innovation, timeliness, and quality.
• Oversee and guide the development of new methodologies, technologies, and processes.
• Provide input to the Chief Technical Officer with respect to performance of a engineering staff, training/advancement recommendations as well as manpower planning/project team organization.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Lead technical reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to industry best practices.
• Cultivate a collaborative and high-performing engineering team.
• Project Oversight:
• Provide technical oversight on major projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Review and approve critical drawings, specifications, analysis, and technical reports.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive project success and meet deliverables.
• Industry
  
  Collaboration:
  
  
• Maintain strong relationships with external partners, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Represent company at conferences, symposiums, and technical forums.

• Experience:
• A minimum of 15 years of experience specializing in composite structural analysis and mechanics of materials, with proven expertise in structural analysis, material modeling, and advanced engineering practices.
• Held senior technical roles typically known as Technical Fellow, Engineering Specialist, Senior Structures Analyst, or equivalent.
• Educational Background:
• Advanced degree in Engineering, or a related technical field (Ph.D. preferred, but not required).
• Candidates transitioning from academia and/or government must demonstrate extensive practical experience in relevant fields and projects.
• Industry Background:
• Extensive experience with defense contractors such as Lockheed Martin, Boeing, General Dynamics, or the Department of Defense. Experience with other leading aerospace or defense organizations is also acceptable.
• Skills and
  
  Competencies:
  
  
  • In-depth understanding of composite materials, design, manufacturing, and testing.
  • Software competency:
    • ABAQUS (required)
    • Program languages (Recommended)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of providing oversight and approval of critical deliverables.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to mentor team members and liaise with external partners.
  • Proven ability to lead technical initiatives from concept to completion.