Manufacturing engineer Composites

As a Mid senior Level Manufacturing engineer - Composites you will be responsible for design & optimization of manufacturing processes for CFRP parts sub-assembly for eVTOL airframes prototype manufacturing & supporting in assembly integration. The candidate will be responsible for interacting with Manufacturing QA Structural design & other cross functional teams in realization of composites parts sub-assembly and prove out.

Roles & responsibilities

1. Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for CFRP components using OOA prepreg systems.
   
2. Lead material qualification for certification prototypes with interactions with Certification & Airworthiness team.
   
3. Optimise facility including layout planning utilities coordination equipment selection installation and commissioning.
   
4. Specify source validate and maintain capital equipment such as CNC routers ovens and bonding tools.
   
5. Program and operate CNC routers for precision trimming and drilling of composite structures.
   
6. Oversee bonding preparation processes including surface treatment adhesive application and cure cycle optimization.
   
7. Manage Oven operations including recipe development cycle optimization and maintenance coordination.
   
8. Apply expertise in composite curing processesthermal profiles and material-specific requirementsto ensure optimal part quality and structural integrity.
   
9. Create and maintain detailed work instructions process documentation and tooling specifications.
   
10. Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards.
    
11. Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield reduce scrap and enhance overall process efficiency.
    
12. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) continuous improvement activities and lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
    
13. Perform DFM/DFA assessment of part & tooling design to ensure manufacturability of airframe systems.
    
14. Experience with Excel PowerPoint / Google suite & PLM
    
15. Adhere to project timelines and budgets and quality of output.
    
16. Basic knowledge on cost estimation & time study of project execution.
    
17. Basic knowledge on QMS QC tools & Metrology
    
18. Basic knowledge on GD&T Fits & assembly
    
19. Basic knowledge on PFDPFMEA Control plan
    

Required Skills

1. ERP & PLM
   
2. CAD software (Preferably CATIA or NX Solidworks)
   
3. Material Selection
   
4. Composite manufacturing processes
   
5. Aircraft assembly processes & integration
   
6. Tooling Design & Development
   
7. Project Management
   
8. Analytical skills
   
9. Cost Analysis
   
10. Quality Control
    
11. Problem-Solving
    

1. Bachelors degree in Mechanical Aerospace or any related field.
   
2. Work experience in 4 years in Manufacturing engineering of composites structures in the aerospace industry.
   
3. Familiarity with different types of composites materials & manufacturing processes assembly & toolings is highly desirable.