Vespel(R) Application Development Engineer - Defense & Aerospace

DuPont; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

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# Vespel(R) Application Development Engineer - Defense & Aerospace직무 유형 경력Postal Code 44125 Valley View, Ohio직무 ID 249078W카테고리 과학 및 혁신**게시일** 08/10/20262개 지역에서 채용 중인 직무* Stow, Ohio, United States of America* Valley View, Ohio, United States of America지금 지원듀폰은 필수적인 혁신을 통해 전 세계가 번영할 수 있도록 이바지하는 것을 목표로 삼고 있습니다. 우리는 중요한 사안을 해결하고자 노력합니다. 예를 들어 지구상 10억 명이 넘는 인구에게 깨끗한 물을 공급하거나, 스마트폰에서 전기차에 이르는 일상적인 기술 장치에 필수적인 소재를 생산하고, 전 세계 근로자를 보호하는 것 등이 우리가 생각하는 중요한 사안입니다. 세계 최고의 인재들이 듀폰을 직장으로 선택하는 수많은 이유를 알아보세요. 듀폰에 입사해야 하는 이유 | 듀폰 채용 https://careers.dupont.com/kr/ko/whyjoinusDuPontTM Vespel Precision Parts and Shapes deliver exceptional performance in environments where traditional plastics, composites, and metals fall short. Recognized for decades of reliability in mission-critical aerospace and defense applications, Vespel components provide lightweight durability, low friction, chemical resistance, and high-temperature performance.Manufactured from advanced polyimide resins and composites, Vespel parts, from seal rings to engine clamps, often replace metal and ceramic components to reduce weight, extend service life, and lower total cost of ownership. Vespel serves global aerospace, semiconductor, industrial, and transportation markets.Job Description SummaryThe Vespel business is seeking an experienced customer-oriented, Application Development Engineer to drive growth within strategic customer accounts. This role combines technical leadership, customer engagement, and application development to accelerate the adoption of advanced materials in critical aerospace applications.Working closely with customers and cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, quality, R&D, and commercial, the successful candidate will lead the technical aspects of new application development, qualification, and market growth initiatives.This position is remote and offers location flexibility but requires regular travel and in-person collaboration with various teams.Key Responsibilities:Provide Technical Support (product and part design recommendations, material properties) to: assigned customers and/or distributors in the region and across the Aerospace & Defense market segment, Sales and Application Development groups for existing and new applications/customers, and Operations, Quality, and complaint handling processServe as the technical lead for strategic Aerospace & Defense customer accounts, driving application development and business growth.Conduct training seminars for distributors and customers as well as technical presentations at conferencesLead/support technical programs at customers/distributors to achieve technical qualification for future commercializationLead/coordinate product evaluations, data generation programs, laboratory designed functional testingContinuously develop expertise in end-use applications, to best support our customersPrepare/contribute to product literature, sales tools and case stories for new and existing productsWrite and publish technical papers/articles for selected conferences/tradeshowsProvide input to business and marketing strategy for Aerospace & Defense segmentContinuously apply innovative approach to customer solutions/processes/ways of doing thingsCompile, document, and communicate value-in-use information, competitive intelligence and related items to continuously improve our competitive advantageProvide Technical Support to global and regional programs within the COE (Centers of Excellence) conceptLead and/or contribute to R&D programs as needed to develop new products and/or applications to meet customer needsActively participate in the New Part Commercialization process in translating customer requirements to the business for accurate part drawings, quotes and timely delivery of new part ordersQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field required; Master's degree preferred.10+ years of aerospace engineering or related technical experience, with demonstrated expertise in Aerospace & Defense applications, strong industry relationships, and an established professional network.Proven experience in composite manufacturing, application development, and highly engineered materials, delivering solutions for demanding Aerospace & Defense applications.Strong ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, R&D, supply chain, sales, and marketing.Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results on schedule.Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to customers, industry partners, and executive stakeholders.Proven customer-facing experience with the ability to build and maintain long-term strategic relationships.Strong project management skills, including planning, milestone tracking, and execution.Ability to translate customer and application requirements into material selection criteria, test methods, and technical development plans.Ability to travel up to 40%Additional Information:This position requires access to export-controlled technology, technical data or defense services, as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access export-controlled technology, technical data or defense services as authorized pursuant to US regulation or an export authorization obtained by DuPont approved by the controlling US government agency