Senior Composite Structures Engineer & Technical Leader

Amro Fabricating Corporation; Horsham (PA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health Savings Account (HSA) with 회사 매

Job summary

Karman Space & Defense in Horsham, PA is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer with deep expertise in composites, structural analysis, and advanced engineering methods. You will guide technical strategy, mentor staff, and oversee major projects from concept through production.

You will collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality deliverables, drive improvements, and represent the company at technical forums. A PhD is preferred, with extensive defense industry experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience specializing in composite structural analysis and mechanics of materials.
• Experience in structural analysis, material modeling, and advanced engineering practices.
• Background in senior technical roles such as Technical Fellow, Engineering Specialist, Senior Structures Analyst, or equivalent.
• Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Extensive industry experience with defense organizations, including contractors or government entities.
• In-depth understanding of composite materials, design, manufacturing, and testing.
• Competency with ABAQUS.
• Recommended familiarity with Mathematica.
• Recommended programming knowledge in Python, Fortran, or C++.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with experience approving critical technical deliverables.
• Exceptional communication skills for mentoring and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical leadership as a subject matter expert in composites, mechanics of materials, engineering design, and structural analysis, including finite element methods.
• Develops advanced engineering solutions to complex technical challenges while ensuring innovation, accuracy, and timely execution.
• Guides the creation and refinement of engineering methodologies, technologies, and processes.
• Supports the Chief Technical Officer with input on engineering performance, training needs, and project team organization.
• Mentors and develops engineering staff, promoting continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Leads technical reviews and provides constructive feedback to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Oversees major engineering projects to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Reviews and approves critical drawings, specifications, analyses, and technical reports.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support successful project execution and deliverables.
• Maintains relationships with external partners and represents the organization at technical forums and conferences.

Skills

Composite materials

Structural analysis

Engineering leadership

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Doctoral degree (PhD) in Engineering

Tools

ABAQUS

Mathematica

Python

Fortran

C++

Job description

Karman Space & Defense in Horsham, PA is seeking a Principal Manufacturing Engineer with deep expertise in composites, structural analysis, and advanced engineering methods. You will guide technical strategy, mentor staff, and oversee major projects from concept through production.

You will collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality deliverables, drive improvements, and represent the company at technical forums. A PhD is preferred, with extensive defense industry experience.