Materials & Process Engineer

Stellant-Systems,-Inc; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellant Systems in Torrance, CA is seeking a Materials & Processes Engineer to support materials and welding processes, including laser, TIG, and resistance welding, as well as cleaning, plating, brazing, soldering, and testing. The role partners with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Suppliers, and Supply Chain to drive quality and efficiency.

The successful candidate will develop weld schedules, write specifications, train operators, and perform extensive lab work

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Materials, Mechanical, Chemical engineering or related field.
• Strong knowledge of metals and joining methods with metallurgical concepts.
• Hands-on experience in Brazing, Soldering, GTAW and Laser Welding.
• Ability to develop welding schedules and specifications.
• Experience with materials in a manufacturing environment and lab testing.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for materials and welding processes.
• Develop weld schedules and write specifications/procedures.
• Troubleshoot process problems and interface with internal/external teams.
• Train operators on processing techniques and welding practices.
• Support cleaning, plating, brazing, soldering, adhesives, paints, and machining.
• Conduct laboratory work: SEM, XPS, microscopy, DSC, XRF, and X-ray tests.

Skills

Metals knowledge

Welding methods

GTAW/Laser welding

Soldering/Brazing

Laboratory testing

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or postgraduate degree in Materials/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

GTAW

Laser Welding

Soldering

Brazing

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Materials & Process Engineer

Job Location: Torrance, CA

Salary: $85,000-$165,000/yr DOE

Stellant is excited to offer a MATERIALS & PROCESSES ENGINEER position at our Torrance facility. We are an industry leader in high-performance RF technology, supporting terrestrial and spaceborne communications, electronic warfare, and radar missions.

Responsibilities

This role will be primarily tasked with providing engineering support for materials and processes, including welding (Laser, TIG, and Resistance), soldering, brazing, precision chemical cleaning, plating, and laboratory testing. You will serve as a liaison with groups such as Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Suppliers, and Supply Chain.

In this multi-faceted position, the focus will be on improving and developing welding processes to meet functional requirements with the highest quality and consistency. The successful candidate will troubleshoot process problems, interface with internal and external customers, write specifications and procedures, develop and revise weld schedules, and train operators on processing techniques. Additional support may be provided with cleaning, plating, brazing, soldering, adhesives, paints, machining, and metallizing. Extensive laboratory activities will consist of SEM, XPS, microscopy, DSC, XRF, and X-Rays, as well as small-scale laboratory tests.

Qualifications

Level II: requires a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Level III: requires a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Level IV: requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience

Level V: requires a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience

• Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong knowledge of metals, joining methods, and metallurgical concepts, with hands-on experience in Brazing, Soldering, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Laser Welding.
• Demonstrated ability to develop welding schedules and specifications.
• Deep understanding of engineering materials specific to a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in precision chemical cleaning and plating processes.
• Proficiency with materials, laboratory equipment, and test plan execution.
• Capability to draft Materials and Processes (M&P) engineering documents, including procurement specifications and assembly instructions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong technical problem-solving skills with a proven track record of working closely with production personnel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).