• Provide technical expertise and support in the materials and process engineering of cast and/or forged product. • Work as part of a highly engaged and integrated Materials Engineering team. • You will collaborate across client Aerospace engineering teams to create solutions and systems that meet the evolving needs of our customers. • You will participate in all phases of product development and will be a technical point of contact for less experienced engineers.
• Based in Tempe, Arizona, this Materials Engineering position will provide support for new and existing cast and/or forged products including aerospace gas turbine engines used for propulsion and auxiliary power. • Primary responsibilities include support for materials and processes involved in the design and manufacture of cast/forged parts, as well as regular interaction with suppliers to help resolve issues. • May occasionally need to lift 35 pounds single lift.
YOU MUST HAVE • Bachelors' Degree with in STEM • 4+ years of experience in materials/process engineering in the casting and/or forging industry • 4+ years experience with aluminum, steel, titanium and nickel aerospace cast and/or wrought alloys
WE VALUE • Bachelor’s Degree with specialization in Materials Science, Material Engineering, Metallurgy, Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering • Advanced degree in engineering or another related field a plus • Understanding and hands-on experience in casting and/or forging (ingot/billet and powder production processes are a plus) • Familiarity with industrial materials and processing specifications • Familiarity with Nadcap and industry standards, requirements and approvals • Capable of assessing new suppliers and determining their strengths and weaknesses • Experience with conducting casting and/or forging supplier audits (ingot/billet,powder production, investment castings, and sand casting audits are a plus) • Working with and developing suppliers • Experience troubleshooting material and process issues, and providing technical solutions for rapid problem solving • Liaison work between suppliers and client Engineering, Quality, Supplier Development Engineers (SDE), and Integrated Supply Chain (ISC). • Working with Design Engineering • Understanding engineering drawings and requirements • Experience in Six Sigma, Lean and other process improvement tools • Experience with casting and/or forging simulation tools like DEFORM
Questions:
1. Technical Expertise: Can you describe your experience with materials and process engineering for cast and/or forged products, specifically involving aerospace alloys such as aluminum, steel, titanium, and nickel? Purpose: Validates hands-on experience with required materials and processes.
2. Problem-Solving & Supplier Interaction: Tell me about a time you identified and resolved a material or process issue with a supplier. What steps did you take, and what was the outcome? Purpose: Assesses troubleshooting ability, collaboration skills, and supplier engagement.
3. Standards & Compliance What is your familiarity with industry standards such as Nadcap and aerospace material specifications? How have you ensured compliance in previous roles? Purpose: Confirms knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality assurance practices. |