Ceramics Engineering Manager, Aerospace Electronics

Spectrum Control; Pine Hall (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day 1

4-day, 10-hour work schedule

3-day weekend

Competitive wages

Job summary

Spectrum Control is seeking a Ceramics Engineering Manager to guide the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced ceramic materials for commercial and aerospace/electronics applications.

You will lead NPI, process development, and continuous improvement, partnering with Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to meet performance, cost, and schedule targets. On-site in a manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of ceramic materials science, electronic component design, and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in root cause analysis, statistical process control, and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience with RCCA, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Familiarity with aerospace and defense quality systems, standards, and certification requirements (AS9100, MIL-SPEC).

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and manage design, development and support of electrical ceramic devices.
• Lead formulation, processing of ceramic materials and metal systems.
• Develop and optimize ceramic manufacturing processes and equipment (powder processing, forming, sintering, coating, finishing).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and performance.
• Support audits and certifications for aerospace and defense programs.
• Lead quality improvement projects using RCCA methods.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff in ceramic design and process best practices.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science or Ceramics

Master’s degree (desired)

Job description

Spectrum Control is seeking a Ceramics Engineering Manager to guide the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced ceramic materials for commercial and aerospace/electronics applications.

You will lead NPI, process development, and continuous improvement, partnering with Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to meet performance, cost, and schedule targets. On-site in a manufacturing facility.