Senior Engineer - Composite Materials

Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Advanced Materials Full-Time On-Site

ABOUT US:

Metcut provides specimen manufacturing, mechanical, thermal, and structural testing expertise to clients across commercial and military, aviation, space, defense, and other industrial sectors that rely on advanced lightweight materials. We are seeking a Senior Composite Materials Engineer with a deep expertise in composite materials characterization and a passion for mentoring and technical leadership.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Senior Composite Materials Engineer will lead complex projects focused on the characterization, qualification, and application of advanced composite materials. The ideal candidate will bring 10-15 years of hands-on experience in composite materials R&D or testing and will serve as a subject matter expert across cross-functional teams. The role also involves mentoring junior engineers and active participation in industry standards organizations such as ASTM and CMH-17.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead the planning and execution of composite materials characterization programs, including specimen design, manufacturing, and mechanical testing.

• Collaborate directly with aerospace clients to understand technical requirements and translate them into actionable test plans.

• Prepare formal quotations for composite specimen manufacturing and mechanical testing services, working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

• Wear multiple hats across technical leadership, client interaction, project scoping, and sales support.

• Serve as a technical advisor to junior engineering staff, supporting their growth and development.

• Participate in national and international standards organizations such as ASTM D30 and CMH-17, contributing to the development and refinement of composite material guidelines.

• Interface with customers, suppliers, and industry partners on material-related challenges and innovations.

• Serve as a liaison between clients and laboratory teams to ensure on-time and high-quality project delivery.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee can be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks as dictated by their manager or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering. Master's degree is a plus.

• 10-15 years of experience in composite materials engineering with a strong background in materials characterization, testing, and analysis.

• Proven experience managing technical projects and cross-functional teams.

• Familiarity with composite processing, structural performance, damage tolerance, and lifecycle behavior.

• Strong understanding of industry standards including ASTM D30 and CMH-17.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.

• U.S. citizenship may be required for government-related projects.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth and involvement in high-impact programs

Supportive team culture focused on innovation and collaboration

JOIN US:

If you're ready to take your composite materials expertise to the next level while mentoring the next generation of engineers and influencing the future of composite standards, we'd love to hear from you.

Metcut Research is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.