Composite Engineer

As a Manufacturing Engineer in the Structures Department, you will support the development and full-rate production of the world’s largest liquid-fueled, all-composite rocket. You will design and develop tooling, fixtures, and production equipment specifically for aerospace composite components, selecting materials and manufacturing processes that align with aerospace standards. Your role will involve optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost while owning hardware development and production timelines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and production equipment for aerospace composite components.
• Select materials and manufacturing processes aligned with aerospace standards.
• Optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Own hardware development and production timelines.
• Implement innovative tooling and fixturing solutions.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for part fabrication and hardware intricacies.
• Support production teams and drive floor-level improvements.
• Create standardized work instructions and procedures.
• Resolve nonconformance issues through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams for seamless integration.
• Manage manufacturing programs to meet quality, cost, and schedule goals.
• Identify and solve production challenges to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain rigorous quality control aligned with industry standards.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising product integrity.
• Promote continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma principles.

• Experience in manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency with composite materials and manufacturing processes.
• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

• Experience in aerospace, automotive, maritime, or aviation industries preferred.
• Composites experience required for Level 3 positions.
• Experience with Lean and Six Sigma principles.

The role is based at the on-site composites department. The company is growing rapidly, offering plenty of room for growth and upward mobility. You will have the opportunity to work hands-on with very advanced technology, and the company is likely expanding to a larger site. The work environment is innovative and dynamic, with a focus on cutting-edge aerospace technology.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bertram, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $69.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bertram,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $40 - $69