Aerospace Engineer

Aerospace Engineer

Full-Time

Houston, Texas

Position Overview

This role supports the engineering and manufacturing of aerospace components, with a focus on composites, production readiness, and cross-functional collaboration. The position works closely with design, quality, and operations teams to ensure products move efficiently from concept through production while meeting strict industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Production Support

• Provide technical support throughout the build of aerospace components, including reviewing designs, selecting materials, evaluating tolerances, and ensuring manufacturability.
• Convert customer specifications and drawings into clear manufacturing plans, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Assist with prototype development, design iterations, and scaling into full production.

Composites & Process Development

• Utilize experience with composite materials, including resins, layup processes, curing techniques, bonding, machining, and assembly.
• Establish and document process parameters to drive consistency and product quality.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to introduce new materials, tooling, and technologies.

Manufacturing Optimization

• Support process development, validation, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and throughput.
• Investigate production challenges, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation and standard work.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to aerospace standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support inspection processes and disposition of nonconforming material.
• Participate in audits and help resolve any findings.

Program Support

• Contribute to project planning, including risk assessments, cost estimates, and lead time evaluations.
• Assist with new product introductions and transitioning programs into production.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in aerospace or advanced composites within a manufacturing setting.
• Background supporting hardware through build, inspection, and delivery cycles.
• Exposure to defense-related programs is a plus.
• Any experience in customer-facing or technical sales environments is beneficial but not required.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems (e.g., AS9100) and regulatory requirements such as ITAR.
• Experience working with CAD models (CATIA preferred).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience generating technical documentation and reports.

Soft Skills

• Self-driven with a results-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strategic thinker with solid attention to detail.