Skills & CompetenciesAbout the RoleWe are supporting an international high-technology engineering organization developing advanced products and systems for demanding applications.We are looking for a Composites Manufacturing Specialist Engineer to join its manufacturing engineering organization. The successful candidate will support the development, industrialization, qualification, and continuous improvement of composite materials and manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on prepreg technologies.This position combines hands-on manufacturing engineering with materials and process expertise and will work closely with engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and external suppliers.Key Responsibilities- Develop and maintain engineering specifications for hand lay-up manufacturing processes for prepreg composite components.- Define manufacturing routing sheets for prepreg parts in accordance with applicable engineering specifications.- Establish, document, and control prepreg material handling requirements, including out-time tracking, storage conditions, material lot traceability, and shelf-life management.- Lead and support new-part qualification activities, including definition of first-article build plans, preparation of process documentation, and support during qualification inspections.- Develop, evaluate, and validate new composite manufacturing processes before their release to production, including lay-up configurations, cure cycles, and vacuum bagging techniques.- Coordinate with new material and manufacturing process suppliers, establishing evaluation criteria, overseeing sample testing, and verifying compliance with applicable technical specifications.- Support the introduction, transition, and qualification of automated composite manufacturing technologies,



particularly Automated Fiber Placement (AFP), including technical comparison and benchmarking against manual manufacturing processes.- Define, update, and maintain routing sheets, work instructions, and manufacturing/process documentation for new and existing components and processes.- Define ply kit requirements based on engineering ply books and established lay-up sequences.- Provide engineering disposition and technical support for SCSRs and manufacturing non-conformances, including containment activities and corrective-action follow-up.- Capture and document lessons learned from manufacturing and qualification activities.- Update work instructions and process documentation as new components, manufacturing processes, materials, or suppliers are introduced and qualified.EducationBachelor's degree in a closely related engineering discipline:Experience- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in composite manufacturing, with the required level of experience depending on the seniority of the position.- Practical knowledge of composite manufacturing processes and materials.- Experience working with prepreg composite materials and manufacturing processes.- Understanding of manufacturing documentation, engineering specifications,



and process control.Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline.- Previous experience within the aerospace sector or another highly regulated, advanced engineering environment.Technical ExpertiseThe adecuado candidate will have knowledge and/or hands-on experience in:- Prepreg composite manufacturing- Hand lay-up processes- Composite material handling and control- Prepreg out-time and shelf-life management- Lay-up configurations and ply sequences- Ply books and ply kit definition- Vacuum bagging techniques- Composite cure cycles- Automated Fiber Placement (AFP)- First Article and new-part qualification- Manufacturing process development and validation- Engineering specifications- Manufacturing routing sheets- Work instructions and process documentation- Material and process supplier qualification- Non-conformance evaluation and engineering disposition- Corrective-action follow-upSkills & Competencies- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent attention to detail, particularly when working with controlled manufacturing processes and technical documentation.- Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.- Strong written and verbal communication skills.- Ability to manage multiple projects, technical activities, and priorities simultaneously.- Structured and quality-oriented approach to manufacturing engineering.Physical & Working Requirements- Ability to work with composite materials and manufacturing processes in an engineering and production environment.- Ability to use a computer for extended periods.- Ability to review and work with manufacturing documentation, process instructions, and engineering specifications.Hay opciones de teletrabajo/trabajo desde casa disponibles para este puesto.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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