Lead Materials Engineer
hace 16 días
Covedale
Engineers are the reason we exist-they're the core of who we are. We don't just build technology; we engineer the future. From next-gen aerospace to cutting-edge defense systems, our teams power the solutions that drive innovation, tackle mission-critical challenges, and keep people safe. This is where problem-solvers and big thinkers thrive. Quest Defense Systems and Solutions is seeking a Lead Materials Engineer to grow with our company. In this role, the engineer will be assigned to a well-structured Engineering Support office dealing with Aero Engines / Gearboxes domain, will be in charge for the activities related to R&D, test, analysis and characterization of materials, Verify & Validation development processes of new materials, definition of technical specifications of special treatments, failure analysis/investigation on damaged and/or NC components, partnering with other Departments (i. e. Design, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain etc) and directly interfacing with suppliers. Roles & Responsibilities: • Support and drive material qualifications of new supplier's turbomachinery hardware ensuring robust processes while supporting supply chain capacity improvements., • Prepare and present technical data to internal and external customers., • Participate on business and industry teams supporting overall improvement in the application of special processes for turbomachinery parts., • Provide technical and strategic support to supply chain through reviews and pre-production meetings., • Define technical specifications and requirements., • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned projects and/or tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures., • Evaluate non-conformances by reviewing, analyzing requirements and acceptability criteria, recommend disposition procedures and maximizing producibility Required Skills (Technical Competency): We're excited to talk to you if your qualifications meet the following criteria: • 8+ years of experience as materials engineer in aerospace or gas turbine industry manufacturing, quality systems and field support., • Bachelor/Master of Science in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or Metallurgy, • Experience with primary processing (powder metallurgy, isothermal forge, & heat treatment) of turbomacinery materials., • In depth understanding of metallurgy, manufacturing processes and inspections such as primary melting, forging, heat treatment used in the Aerospace industry., • In depth understanding of the supply chain, • Some expertise in Additive Manufacturing processes and technologies will be preferential;, • Broad knowledge about different materials (metallic, ceramic, composite, polymeric etc) and experience on characterization tests;, • laboratory operations experience (knowledge of procedures, equipments etc);, • Finite Elements Analysis background (knowledge of ANSYS tool advantageous but not mandatory), • Knowledge about coating / surface treatments processes advantageous but not mandatory, • Good computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)Project Management experience is desired, but not required, • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment, • Like to work in a fast paced, creative environment, • Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences. We have fun together!, • US Citizen or Permanent Resident required Physical Requirements & Work Environment: • Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement., • Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work., • Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures., • Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early., • Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM, • Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations. Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications Pay Ranges $85,000 - $105,000 USD