Where is the Materials And Process Engineer role at Employbridge based?

This role is based in El Segundo, CA.

How many years of experience does this Materials And Process Engineer role require?

The posting calls for 3–5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Materials And Process Engineer role work with?

fiber-reinforced composites, epoxy, BMI, cyanate ester, vinyl ester.

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Materials And Process Engineer

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Materials And Process Engineer role?

TGA, DMA, DSC, rheology, mechanical testing.

Employbridge · El Segundo, CA3w agoverified 9 h ago

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Lead composite materials characterization, process optimization, and failure analysis for aerospace/defense products.

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Why it is interesting. Hands-on role spanning material chemistry, process optimization, and failure analysis across aerospace, defense, and energy applications.

Might not be for you. Requires U.S. Person status under ITAR/EAR, limiting eligibility for non-citizens.

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Core polymer rolematerial characterization (TGA, DMA, DSC, rheology, mechanical testing), composite manufacturing processes, epoxy, BMI, cyanate ester, vinyl ester, or phenolic resin systems

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 3–5 yrs
Industry: Aerospace
Role: Process Engineering

Materials

fiber-reinforced composites11 roles epoxy35 roles BMI3 roles cyanate ester3 roles vinyl ester4 roles phenolic resin1 role

Techniques

TGA134 roles DMA67 roles DSC162 roles rheology93 roles mechanical testing141 roles DOE234 roles JMP11 roles Minitab19 roles

Role details

Location

El Segundo, CA (Onsite)

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Materials & Process Engineer to support the development and manufacturing of advanced fiber-reinforced composite products. This role bridges material chemistry, manufacturing processes, and final product performance across aerospace, defense, and energy applications.

You will lead material characterization, process optimization, failure analysis, testing, and supplier collaboration while helping scale manufacturing processes from development to production. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys wearing multiple hats across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct material characterization (TGA, DMA, DSC, rheology, mechanical testing)
Design and execute test plans and process development activities
Perform root cause and failure analysis investigations
Develop and optimize composite manufacturing processes
Evaluate, qualify, and source new materials and suppliers
Create SOPs, test methods, and laboratory procedures
Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
Support scale-up from development through production

Required Qualifications

U.S. Person as defined under EAR/ITAR regulations
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Composite Materials, Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3+ years of composite materials manufacturing experience (5+ years for Senior level)
Strong understanding of process-structure-property relationships
Experience with material characterization and mechanical testing
Failure analysis and root cause investigation experience
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work onsite Monday-Friday in El Segundo, CA

Preferred Qualifications

Composite manufacturing expertise
Experience with continuous and chopped fiber composites
DOE, JMP, or Minitab experience
Aerospace or defense industry experience
Knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, or MIL-SPEC standards
Experience with epoxy, BMI, cyanate ester, vinyl ester, or phenolic resin systems
Startup or small-team environment experience

Growth Opportunities

Lead strategic process and technology initiatives
Contribute to IP and advanced manufacturing development
Build and mentor engineering teams
Advance into technical leadership and management roles
Drive large-scale technology and manufacturing programs

If you're passionate about advanced materials, composite manufacturing, and solving complex engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.