Principal Materials, Process and Composites Engineer
Position:
Principal Materials, Process and Composites Engineer
Location:
7418 Hollister Avenue
Goleta, CA
Job Id:
2025
# of Openings:
1
Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity s presence in space. The talented innovators in Goleta, CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market. The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build Above. SummaryWe have a current opportunity for a Principal Materials, Process and Composites Engineer located at our facility in Goleta, CA. In this role you will provide expert level M&P and Specialty Engineering support to multiple customer programs and R&D as well as expertise in the design and manufacturing of structural composites. ResponsibilitiesProvide Materials and Process Engineering expertise to deployable space solar arraysProvide Composite Materials design, manufacturing and testing expertise to deployable space solar arraysReview and approve engineering drawings and documents in accordance with specifications to assist in resolving part failure analysis, fabrication, assembly, and testingEvaluate materials, parts, finishes, and processes for survivability in space environments, including thermal extremes, radiation exposure, plume exposure, component outgassingEvaluate program material and process requirements and generate program Parts, Material and Process lists and reportsWrite and review materials, process, and test specifications for use in the manufacture of the space componentsResponsible for the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology, and processesPerform materials related failure investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions by the inspection, analysis and testing of parts.Qualify new composites manufacturing facilities, equipment and processes to ensure compliance to internal and/or customer engineering and specificationsTroubleshoot and de-risks composites manufacturing processes, reducing quality non-conformances, at internal and supplier production facilitiesGenerate reports for specialty engineering analysis and testing including contamination and survivability from radiation, erosion and thermal environmentsWrite and review test plans and procedures for test executionParticipate in the mentoring of developing of engineers and the areas of M&P, Composites and Specialty EngineeringIdeal ExperienceBachelors Degree in Engineering in one of the following areas Materials, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or related STEM field, with a minimum of 12 or more years of relevant experience. Willing to consider experience in lieu of educationExperience writing and reviewing test coupon plans and overseeing test coupon fabricationExperience developing and executing composite material qualification plans, including fabrication and testing plansExperience with Composite Engineering and Analysis Engineering tools and methodsExperience with Aerospace Composite Materials, assembly, fabrication, bondingExperience with Chemical/Contamination of space hardware and processesExperience with aerospace process and material specificationsDesired Skills Post graduate degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or related fieldsRecognized space industry specialist with insight into multiple engineering fields and disciplines.Demonstrated leadership by exampleComprehensive understanding of space design best practices and lessons learnedExperience with JAMA requirements management database softwareProficient with Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint and Team. Microsoft Project experience a plusExperience developing or owning processes within an AS9100 or similar accredited environmentExperience with stage-gate review process, managing review boards, and managing launch readiness Experience and training in safe handling protocols for flight hardware, including cleanroom and ESD standardsGrow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. Don t meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you re excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Pay Range
$179,000 -$220,000How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here
Apply for this PositionEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Principal Materials, Process and Composites Engineer
Location:
7418 Hollister Avenue
Goleta, CA
Job Id:
2025
# of Openings:
1
Where dreams and reality collide and the output is, out of this world. At Redwire Space, we are a team of dreamers and doers. Where the impossible becomes possible, and every day is an opportunity to learn and get one step closer to knowing the unknown. Join us on our mission to expand humanity s presence in space. The talented innovators in Goleta, CA are a leading developer and provider of satellite mechanisms, deployable structures and booms and deployable solar array systems to the global space market. The team is revolutionizing spaceflight and are currently being utilized on missions with NASA, the Department of Defense, and commercial space companies. With many more exciting projects on the horizon our team could use your curiosity, passion, talent and experience to help us Build Above. SummaryWe have a current opportunity for a Principal Materials, Process and Composites Engineer located at our facility in Goleta, CA. In this role you will provide expert level M&P and Specialty Engineering support to multiple customer programs and R&D as well as expertise in the design and manufacturing of structural composites. ResponsibilitiesProvide Materials and Process Engineering expertise to deployable space solar arraysProvide Composite Materials design, manufacturing and testing expertise to deployable space solar arraysReview and approve engineering drawings and documents in accordance with specifications to assist in resolving part failure analysis, fabrication, assembly, and testingEvaluate materials, parts, finishes, and processes for survivability in space environments, including thermal extremes, radiation exposure, plume exposure, component outgassingEvaluate program material and process requirements and generate program Parts, Material and Process lists and reportsWrite and review materials, process, and test specifications for use in the manufacture of the space componentsResponsible for the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology, and processesPerform materials related failure investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions by the inspection, analysis and testing of parts.Qualify new composites manufacturing facilities, equipment and processes to ensure compliance to internal and/or customer engineering and specificationsTroubleshoot and de-risks composites manufacturing processes, reducing quality non-conformances, at internal and supplier production facilitiesGenerate reports for specialty engineering analysis and testing including contamination and survivability from radiation, erosion and thermal environmentsWrite and review test plans and procedures for test executionParticipate in the mentoring of developing of engineers and the areas of M&P, Composites and Specialty EngineeringIdeal ExperienceBachelors Degree in Engineering in one of the following areas Materials, Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or related STEM field, with a minimum of 12 or more years of relevant experience. Willing to consider experience in lieu of educationExperience writing and reviewing test coupon plans and overseeing test coupon fabricationExperience developing and executing composite material qualification plans, including fabrication and testing plansExperience with Composite Engineering and Analysis Engineering tools and methodsExperience with Aerospace Composite Materials, assembly, fabrication, bondingExperience with Chemical/Contamination of space hardware and processesExperience with aerospace process and material specificationsDesired Skills Post graduate degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or related fieldsRecognized space industry specialist with insight into multiple engineering fields and disciplines.Demonstrated leadership by exampleComprehensive understanding of space design best practices and lessons learnedExperience with JAMA requirements management database softwareProficient with Microsoft Office 365, including SharePoint and Team. Microsoft Project experience a plusExperience developing or owning processes within an AS9100 or similar accredited environmentExperience with stage-gate review process, managing review boards, and managing launch readiness Experience and training in safe handling protocols for flight hardware, including cleanroom and ESD standardsGrow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence. Don t meet every single requirement above? No worries. We want people who can grow, collaborate and build a stronger team. We strive to build a diverse and inclusive culture, so if you re excited about this job posting, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Pay Range
$179,000 -$220,000How We Determine What We Pay (Compensation Philosophy)Redwire determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data, for our locations throughout the US. We will evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index, in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company.
For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant s level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here
Apply for this PositionEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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