High-Temperatures Materials Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Huntsville (AL); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering manufacturing company in Huntsville is seeking a High-Temperature Materials Engineer to lead R&D initiatives in hypersonics. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with ceramic matrix composites and a strong focus on high-temperature materials. Join a team committed to innovation in advanced manufacturing, offering a dynamic, hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in composites engineering focusing on high-temperature materials.
• Proven track record in leading R&D projects, preferably funded by government grants.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills for proposals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects focused on ceramic matrix composite preforms.
• Design experimental protocols for testing new materials and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute product development plans.

Skills

Composites engineering

Material characterization techniques

Statistical analysis

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical or materials engineering

M.S. or Ph.D. in Materials Science or related field

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary:

High-Temperatures Materials Engineer

About Continuous Composites:

At Continuous Composites Inc., we are redefining what is possible in advanced manufacturing. Our unique CF3D technology for composite 3D printing opens new frontiers in Aerospace and Defense. We thrive on innovation, rapid iteration, and empowering every team member to take initiative and drive breakthrough solutions. Our mission is to transform industrial manufacturing through pioneering research, creative problem-solving, and relentless execution.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced, energetic, and hands-on materials engineer who is excited to lead and execute R&D initiatives in the high-temperature environment of hypersonics. The ideal candidate will have experience with ceramic matrix composites (CMCs), including design, testing, analysis, and reporting associated with components in an operational environment (OE) and/or that are part of a program-of-record (POR). The ideal candidate will be comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the state-of-the-art.
If you are a strong engineer who seeks the rewarding challenge of developing new and cutting-edge
technology, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead R&D projectsfocused on ceramic matrix composite preforms, including material selection, processing, characterization, and performance evaluation for hypersonic environments.

• Design and implement experimental protocolsfor testing and validating new materials and processes.

• Design parts with optimized ply schedules and architectures based on densification methods

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (mechanical, process, software, controls) to execute multi-year product development plans

• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentationsfor internal and external stakeholders.

• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologiesin high-temperature composites and hypersonic systems.

• Ensure compliance with project requirements and safety standardsthroughout the research process.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or materials engineering or a related engineering discipline
  required.

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field desired.

• 5+ years of experiencein composites engineering, with a strong focus on high-temperature materials (e.g., carbon-carbon, ceramic matrix composites, refractory metals, fiber layout, PIP & CVI densification, optimization of pyrolysis cycles)

• Proven track recordin leading R&D projects, preferably funded by government grants.

• Experience with material characterization techniques (thermal, mechanical, microstructural, etc.).

• Excellent communication and technical writing skillsfor proposal development, report writing, and presentations.

• Ability to work independently and mentor junior team members.

• Strong background in statistics and problem-solving techniques

• Passion and creativity in test design and execution

Why Join Us:

At Continuous Composites, you will be part of a team that is redefining how advanced composites are manufactured. We move fast, communicate clearly, and innovate constantly. If you thrive in a dynamic, hands-on environment and are passionate about cutting-edge technology, we want to hear from you.

Continuous Composites, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and on ITAR-controlled information.

Qualified candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Candidates need to be lawfully able to work on ITAR or controlled information which requires that the applicant be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 CFR 120.62.

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