Composite Materials Engineer – Shape the Future of Aerospace Innovation
Location: Mesa, AZ 85215
Job Type: Full time; Consultant (12 months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday; 2nd Shift Start time: 1:00pm - 10:30pm
Pay Rate: $60-$70 hour
Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives where lab science meets real-world production? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic composites manufacturing environment and directly influence cutting-edge aerospace systems. Were seeking a Composite Materials Engineer early career or experienced—who loves solving tough problems, experimenting with new materials, and working closely with diverse engineering and production teams.
This full-time, 2nd shift onsite role in Mesa, AZ offers the chance to work in the lab, on the factory floor, and alongside multidisciplinary design teams—seeing your work move from concept to flight.
Why You’ll Love This RoleWork in a casual, highly collaborative environment with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Split your time between office, lab, and production floor—your work has immediate, visible impact.
Support advanced and proprietary aerospace platforms with real influence on product performance.
Enjoy clear career growth paths into technical leadership or engineering management.
Solve meaningful manufacturing challenges using your curiosity, grit, and scientific expertise.
Help ensure the efficient production of world-class aerospace components.
What You’ll DoTechnical & Engineering ResponsibilitiesApply chemistry, physics, and materials science to develop and qualify composite materials and manufacturing processes.
Provide M&P engineering support to composite part fabrication across multiple programs.
Conduct root-cause investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
Create and execute test plans; generate technical reports and updates to specifications.
Qualify and approve materials, equipment, and processes for production use.
Guide mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing in the Materials & Processes Laboratory.
Integrate new technologies and help standardize materials and processes across product lines.
Cross-Functional CollaborationWork closely with Design Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement.
Support supplier visits and technical engagements as needed.
Coordinate test/audit programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory, contractual, EHS, LEAN, and Quality requirements.
Work EnvironmentFull-time 2nd shift, 100 onsite.
Expect hands-on work across lab, factory, and engineering spaces.
Security & Clearance RequirementsThis position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
What You Bring (Required Skills)Bachelor of Science in engineering, engineering technology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science.
Bachelor’s degree + 2+ years of experience.
Experience with composites, elastomers, and related processing techniques (level aligned to years of experience).
Hands-on lab experience with polymer chemistry and analytical techniques.
Familiarity with materials such as epoxy, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, and adhesives.
Understanding of composite failure modes and failure analysis methods.
Experience developing technical specifications, test plans, and engineering reports.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations.
Strong collaborator with ability to work in team-based environments.
Ready to Explore, Experiment, and Engineer What’s Next?If you’re excited to apply your materials science expertise to cutting-edge aerospace platforms—and enjoy working where ideas rapidly turn into real hardware—we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the next generation of aviation innovation.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
Pay Details: $60.00 to $70.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
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