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Manufacturing Process Engineer
Job in
Marion, Smyth County, Virginia, 24354, USA
Listed on 2025-12-21
Listing for:
Moseley Technical Services, Inc.
Per diem
position Listed on 2025-12-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are seeking a Composite Engineer to collaborate with Manufacturing and R&D teams for aerospace composite work. This contract‑to‑hire position requires US citizenship, a bachelor’s degree in engineering, and at least 5 years of relevant experience in aviation, aerospace or defense. Preferred qualifications include a current DoD clearance, 8+ years of experience, and proto‑typing experience.
Contract to hire; no relocation assistance, no per diem, no C2C. Salary based on experience.
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Responsibilities- Lead strategic engineering tasks or small projects to meet technical goals.
- Investigate materials and process‑related issues on production programs and propose technical solutions.
- Support qualification testing: write test plans, assist on‑site testing, and generate test reports.
- Contribute to Internal R&D (IRAD) projects focused on process innovation and material technologies.
- Develop and write process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication.
- Participate in proposal development, including cost estimation and technical writing.
- Engage in feasibility studies and testing of new and modified designs.
- Execute project tasks within scope, schedule, and budget; identify and mitigate technical risks.
- U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field; 5+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree + 3 years of experience.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
- Hands‑on experience with composite manufacturing processes, including: hand lay‑up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, resin transfer molding (RTM).
- Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry, including epoxy, BMI, polyimide, and cyanate ester resins.
- Pre‑preg fabrics and unidirectional tapes.
- Proficiency in composite materials testing (mechanical and thermal), chemical surface treatments, electroplating, and metal etching on non‑metallic substrates.
- Spec development, operator training, and process control.
- Experience with engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with coatings is a plus.
- Travel:
Infrequent, up to 10%.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type:
Contract.
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