Principal Composites Engineer

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Fiber Dynamics is seeking a Principal Composites Engineer to lead the

development of high-performance aerospace and industrial composite

components. This senior technical role provides end-to-end leadership

across design, analysis, manufacturing, and certification, while

mentoring engineers and partnering closely with customers and production

teams.

###### key Responsibilities Include

• Serve as technical lead on major composite development programs.
• Lead design, analysis, and optimization of advanced composite
  
  

structures (prepreg, RTM, infusion, high-temperature systems).

• Develop and validate structural models using FEA, laminate theory,
  
  

and ply-level analysis.

• Drive manufacturability, tooling, and process engineering from
  
  

prototype through production.

• Collaborate with customers to define requirements and deliver
  
  

innovative solutions.

• Interface with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality,
  
  

operations, program management).

• Author and review specifications, analysis reports, test plans, and
  
  

work instructions.

• Mentor engineers and technicians, and support continuous improvement
  
  

and R&D.

• Ensure compliance with customer, FAA, and ITAR requirements.
• Support new business development, industry engagement, and
  
  

intellectual property growth.

###### REQUIRED Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Materials
  
  

Engineering, or related field

• 10 years of experience in composite structure design and
  
  

manufacturing

• Expert knowledge of composite materials, processes, and structural
  
  

analysis

• Proficiency with CAD (CATIA, SolidWorks), FEA (Abaqus, ANSYS), and
  
  

composite design tools

• Proven success leading complex composite development programs
• Strong communication, technical writing, and leadership skills
  
  

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