MP&P Engineer 3 - Composites

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking a motivated Composites M&P Engineer for the 2nd shift in Mesa, Arizona. This full-time position involves developing and qualifying composite materials while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Key responsibilities include executing test plans, providing technical evaluations, and guiding material testing in the lab. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, along with experience in composites and analytical techniques. The role offers comprehensive healthcare coverage and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science required.
• 1+ years working with composites preferred.
• Hands-on lab experience with polymer chemistry analytical techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify composite materials and processing methods.
• Provide technical support for composite part fabrication.
• Perform root-cause investigations for material and process issues.
• Create and execute test plans, write reports, and input specifications.

Skills

Composite materials expertise

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Analytical techniques

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.

The Company is seeking a 2nd shift motivated collaborative associate or experienced Composites M&P (Materials and Processes) Engineer to join our Composite Materials Fabrication Site in Mesa, Arizona.

Are you a hands‑on materials and processes engineer who thrives at the intersection of lab, factory, and design? Join Company’s Composite Materials Fabrication Site in Mesa, AZ, and help shape advanced aerospace platforms.

Position Responsibilities

• Work in a casual, professional environment with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams who deliver cutting‑edge aerospace solutions
• Split your time between office, lab, and production floor—see ideas move from test to flight
• Influence real products on advanced and proprietary air platforms
• Clear paths for long‑term career growth into technical leadership or management
• Use your curiosity and technical grit to solve meaningful manufacturing challenges every day
• Ensure the efficient production of our world‑class aerospace products, including advanced platforms for our Air Proprietary programs

What you’ll do

• Apply chemistry, physics, and material science to develop and qualify composite materials and processing methods.
• Provide technical evaluation and material and process support to composite part fabrication.
• Perform root‑cause investigations and implement corrective & preventive actions for material and process issues.
• Create and execute test plans, write reports and input to specifications for materials, tools, and processes.
• Qualify and approve equipment, materials and processes.
• Guide material testing in the Materials & Processes Laboratory.
• Coordinate with other disciplines such as Design Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Procurement.
• Travel to suppliers as needed.
• Integrate new technologies and promote standardization across product lines.
• Manage test/audit programs, ensure regulatory and contractual compliance, and incorporate EHS, LEAN, and Quality principles into your work.
• This role is full‑time 2nd shift and is expected to be 100% onsite.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science. (And a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ experience or a Master’s degree)

Preferred Skills:

• 1+ years working with composites, elastomers, and associated processing techniques (Level 2 or 3 applies based on years of experience)
• Hands‑on lab experience with polymer chemistry analytical techniques
• Familiarity with materials such as epoxy, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, and adhesives
• Experience with composite failure modes (structural and non‑structural) and failure analysis.
• Experience in technical specifications, reports, and test plans
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings and using Microsoft Office
• Experience in creating and delivering technical presentations and briefings
• Ability to work in a collaborative team‑based environment
• Bachelor’s degree and typically 5 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with experience in an engineering classification.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plans