Sr. Composites Engineer

Company: Collins Aerospace
Location: Everett
Posted on: January 11, 2022

Job Description:

Date Posted:
2021-08-20-07:00
Country:
United States of America
Location:
HWA32: US124-Everett (Commando), WA 11404 Commando Road , Everett, WA, 98204 USA

This position is responsible for designing, developing and implementing cost-effective material combinations and manufacturing methods for a range of composite sandwich structures which meets and exceeds cost, quality and schedule requirements. In addition, there will also be a requirement to providing technical support to internal and external composite manufacturing facilities.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead and support initiatives to identify and develop new or improved materials/processes/fabrication and assembly techniques, and associated data development for the design, manufacture and certification of composite panels.

• Collaborate with the Integrated Product Team on new programs/products to ensure all appropriate deliverables are achieved on time and the product developed satisfies all production requirements.
• Create, revise and review project-related Statements of Work, Material and Process Specifications, test and qualification documents, design data and qualification/substantiation data.
• Assesses industry trends and opportunities for new technologies and implements investigative research and development initiatives to advance competitive designs.
• Support the bid process for new programs through process selection, the development of recurring and non-recurring costs and identify tooling requirements.
• Works with Business Development to meet customers product needs through innovation and problem solving.
• Identify, support and implement cost saving, quality improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Lead root cause and corrective action problem solving projects in a team environment.
• Contribute to the culture of continuous improvement within the department.
• Any other duties as required to support business needs.
  Basic Qualifications:
  
  • Bachelor's degree and 5 years of prior relevant experience OR
  • Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience OR
  • In absence of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience is required
  • Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Bachelor's degree (typically in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
    • Minimum of three years working experience in the area of composites materials within an Engineering or Manufacturing environment
      • 
        Minimum of three years working experience in the area of composites manufacturing methods within an Engineering or Manufacturing environment
        • 
          Minimum of three years working experience in the area of composite honeycomb sandwich panels
          • 
            Minimum of three years working or research experience in material characterization and mechanical testing.
            • 
              Minimum of one year working or research experience in the flammability of materials
              • 
                Minimum of two years working or research experience in the area of aerospace certification
                Collins Aerospace, a Raytheon Technologies company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
                
                At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?
                
                Collins Aerospace Diversity & Inclusion Statement:
                
                Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We believe a multitude of approaches and ideas enable us to deliver the best results for our workforce, workplace, and customers. We are committed to fostering a culture where all employees can share their passions and ideas so we can tackle the toughest challenges in our industry and pave new paths to limitless possibility.
                
                WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.
                
                Some of our competitive benefits package includes:
                
                • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
                • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
                • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
                • Tuition reimbursement
                • Life insurance and disability coverage
                • Optional coverages you can buy: Pet Insurance, Home and Auto, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal
                • Ovia Health, fertility and family planning
                • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 5 free counseling sessions
                • Redbrick - Incentives for a Healthy You
                • Autism Benefit
                • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
                • Adoption Assistance
                • Best Doctors, second opinion program
                • And more!
                  Nothing matters more to Collins Aerospace than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen.
                  
                  Note:
                  
                  • Background check and drug screen required (every external new hire in the U.S.)
                  • Drug Screen only performed on re-hires who have been gone for more than 1 year
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