Aerospace Materials & Assembly Process Engineer

OnTarget Communications; Stans; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OnTarget Communications is seeking a Materials & Processes Engineer to lead qualification and implementation of metallic materials and assembly processes for aerospace programs. You will drive test programs, evaluate materials, and ensure compliance with airworthiness standards, working with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

The role requires a degree in Materials, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering, with proven aerospace experience in metallic materials, joining technologies, and

Qualifications

• Degree in Materials/Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering required.
• Experience in aerospace with metallic materials and assembly.
• Experience planning qualification/validation tests.
• Knowledge of EASA/FAA/FOCA regulations.
• Fluent German and English required.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and introduction of new metallic materials and assembly processes for aerospace applications.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute material and process qualification test programs.
• Evaluate and approve metallic materials, joining technologies, and assembly processes.
• Ensure materials and manufacturing processes comply with aerospace quality and airworthiness requirements.
• Support design, manufacturing, certification, and supplier teams with materials expertise.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, specifications, qualification reports, and compliance records.
• Investigate material-related issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across materials and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Degree in Materials Engineering

Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

OnTarget Communications is seeking a Materials & Processes Engineer to lead qualification and implementation of metallic materials and assembly processes for aerospace programs. You will drive test programs, evaluate materials, and ensure compliance with airworthiness standards, working with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

The role requires a degree in Materials, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering, with proven aerospace experience in metallic materials, joining technologies, and