Materials & Process (M&P) Manager to lead a diverse team of engineers who support both
production composite/materials engineering and
R&D / demonstrator development efforts. In this role, you will guide a team responsible for sustaining materials and process engineering across active production programs while also enabling the research, development, and early application of next-generation composite materials, processes, and manufacturing technologies.
You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and external partners to ensure materials and processes are robust, compliant, cost-effective, and ready for use across the full product lifecycle-from initial concept through production release.
What YOU will doLeadership & Team Management- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Materials & Process Engineers supporting both production programs and R&D / demonstrator development.
- Recruit, onboard, train, and coach new engineers, fostering technical growth and cross-functional collaboration.
- Prioritize workload across production support, qualification/approval tasks, R&D projects, and demonstrator milestones.
- Develop clear objectives and maintain accountability for team performance, ensuring on-time delivery of engineering outputs and issue resolution.
Production Support & Sustaining Engineering- Oversee material and process engineering support for active production, including composite materials, adhesives, coatings, and metallic processes.
- Ensure compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards.
- Provide direction on material approvals, deviations, MRB dispositions, and corrective actions.
- Drive process improvements to increase robustness, reduce variability, and support cost-out initiatives.
R&D, Technology Development & Demonstrators- Guide new material development projects, including testing, prototyping, and early application of advanced composite systems.
- Oversee specification development and rollout for new materials or processes, coordinating across engineering, quality, production, and suppliers.
- Direct development of composite prototype parts to support demonstrator builds and advanced material use cases.
- Support strategy creation for application of advanced materials and manufacturing technologies.
Cross-functional Integration- Collaborate closely with Quality, Production, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and external research partners.
- Provide technical direction and project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
- Ensure alignment between R&D efforts and production needs, including qualification pathways and manufacturing readiness.
Technical Ownership & Risk Management- Maintain awareness of emerging materials, process technologies, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.
- Assess, manage, and mitigate risks associated with new materials, process changes, and production disruptions.
- Oversee testing plans for new composite materials, process capability, and supplier qualification.
- Ensure robust documentation, traceability, and configuration control of material and process specifications.
What YOU must bring to Succeed- Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
- 6+ years of experience in materials engineering, composite engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
- Experience with composite material systems, testing (physical, chemical, mechanical), and manufacturing processes.
- Prior leadership experience strongly preferred, including mentoring or managing engineering staff.
- Strong analytical skill set and familiarity with specification development and material qualification.
- Ability to integrate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain functions.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to present technical content to stakeholders.
- Highly organized with strong sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A 'U.S. Person,' as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.
Desired Characteristics- Background in composite material development, prototyping, and test environments.
- Experience in production support for composite or metallic materials and processes.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in time-constrained environments.
- Creative, adaptable, and proactive with a passion for advancing material technologies.
- Effective communicator across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced and sometimes ambiguous environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams of 5-10 engineers.
- Willingness to travel as required.
At ST Engineering MRAS, we offer
great rewards,
competitive pay,
career advancement and
growth opportunities.
Estimate salary range for this role: $120,000 to $155,000 per year. ST Engineering MRAS considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.
ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
- Health Flexible Spending Accounts
- Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
- Immediate 401k vesting
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)
