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Job title: Lead, Materials & Process Engineer with non-metallic materials experience to support ongoing Engineering and Manufacturing Development programs, production programs, new product development and materials obsolescence. Desired experience with materials/materials systems includes polymer matrix composites (epoxy and phenolic resin systems) and polymeric materials, such as rubber and adhesives. Location: Huntsville, AL. Job Schedule: 9/80 — Employees work 9 out of every 14 days, totaling 80 hours worked, with every other Friday off.
Job Description The Aerojet Rocketdyne Business Segment of L3Harris is seeking a Lead, Materials & Process Engineer with non-metallic materials experience to support ongoing Engineering and Manufacturing Development programs, production programs, new product development and materials obsolescence. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Materials and Process Engineering in Huntsville, AL.
Essential Functions
Under limited general supervision of the Materials and Process Engineering technical leadership team and/or Program Chief Engineer, apply knowledge of engineering and scientific principles to resolve materials related issues, utilize six sigma techniques, lean manufacturing process knowledge and sound decision-making principles to perform duties listed below.
Elastomer formulation development, as required, to support program requirements and/or materials obsolescence (DMSMS); capability to support development at material suppliers, including mixing, calendaring and testing of elastomers (rheological, mechanical and thermal testing).
Provide materials manufacturing expertise in molding of epoxy and phenolic based composite materials; support manufacturing issues with compression molded, autoclave cured and tape-wrapped components made from carbon and glass fiber reinforced composites.
Support design process by providing material selection recommendations, creating material specifications, reviewing design drawings, reviewing manufacturing planning, providing supplier technical support and supporting Engineering Review Boards, Process Change Boards, Failure Review Boards and customer technical interchange meetings.
Develop test plans in coordination with Design and Analysis disciplines and characterize non-metallic materials; analyze material properties and develop design allowables per industry standards; summarize material properties and design allowable methodology in a written report.
Perform engineering analysis of non-conforming hardware including coordination of analysis for disposition of Material Review Board documents. Maintain interactions with customers on materials obsolescence. Conduct failure analyses to determine root cause and document technical conclusions of failure investigations.
Provide on-site support at L3Harris manufacturing facilities and supplier manufacturing facilities as required to assist in troubleshooting and problem solving production related issues.
Travel: approximately 35% of time on a yearly basis may be required to support work at suppliers and other enterprise locations.
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior Material and Process experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior Material and Process experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior Material and Process experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering.
A Master’s degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.
Strong communication, technical presentation, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills.
Experience solving elastomeric materials manufacturing problems—mixing, calendaring, molding and adhesive bonding.
Mold design experience is preferred.
Knowledge of accelerated material age testing and analysis is preferred.
Active US Secret Clearance is a plus.
Equal Opportunity L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), 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 laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.
Please be aware many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume and related information with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please use the E-Verify Poster link for English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please use the links for English or Spanish.
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Job Description The Aerojet Rocketdyne Business Segment of L3Harris is seeking a Lead, Materials & Process Engineer with non-metallic materials experience to support ongoing Engineering and Manufacturing Development programs, production programs, new product development and materials obsolescence. This position reports to the Senior Manager, Materials and Process Engineering in Huntsville, AL.
Essential Functions
Under limited general supervision of the Materials and Process Engineering technical leadership team and/or Program Chief Engineer, apply knowledge of engineering and scientific principles to resolve materials related issues, utilize six sigma techniques, lean manufacturing process knowledge and sound decision-making principles to perform duties listed below.
Elastomer formulation development, as required, to support program requirements and/or materials obsolescence (DMSMS); capability to support development at material suppliers, including mixing, calendaring and testing of elastomers (rheological, mechanical and thermal testing).
Provide materials manufacturing expertise in molding of epoxy and phenolic based composite materials; support manufacturing issues with compression molded, autoclave cured and tape-wrapped components made from carbon and glass fiber reinforced composites.
Support design process by providing material selection recommendations, creating material specifications, reviewing design drawings, reviewing manufacturing planning, providing supplier technical support and supporting Engineering Review Boards, Process Change Boards, Failure Review Boards and customer technical interchange meetings.
Develop test plans in coordination with Design and Analysis disciplines and characterize non-metallic materials; analyze material properties and develop design allowables per industry standards; summarize material properties and design allowable methodology in a written report.
Perform engineering analysis of non-conforming hardware including coordination of analysis for disposition of Material Review Board documents. Maintain interactions with customers on materials obsolescence. Conduct failure analyses to determine root cause and document technical conclusions of failure investigations.
Provide on-site support at L3Harris manufacturing facilities and supplier manufacturing facilities as required to assist in troubleshooting and problem solving production related issues.
Travel: approximately 35% of time on a yearly basis may be required to support work at suppliers and other enterprise locations.
Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 9 years of prior Material and Process experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior Material and Process experience. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior Material and Process experience.
Preferred Additional Skills
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Materials Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering.
A Master’s degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.
Strong communication, technical presentation, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills.
Experience solving elastomeric materials manufacturing problems—mixing, calendaring, molding and adhesive bonding.
Mold design experience is preferred.
Knowledge of accelerated material age testing and analysis is preferred.
Active US Secret Clearance is a plus.
Equal Opportunity L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), 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 laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks where permitted by law.
Please be aware many positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigations and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume and related information with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please use the E-Verify Poster link for English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please use the links for English or Spanish.
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