Position Title: Lead R&D Composite Engineer

Location: Baltimore, MD, US, 21220

Company Name: STENA

Description:

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

We are seeking a hands-on, cross-functional Lead R&D Composites Engineer to join our Advanced Technology team, supporting new development projects. This role is ideal for a leader with a passion for materials innovation, rapid prototyping, and getting ideas into real-world hardware. You will work across materials research, tooling, testing, and manufacturing development to accelerate new composite technologies. You will collaborate with various internal functional groups and outside entities, such as research institutions and suppliers.

The lead engineer should be self-driven, resourceful and highly collaborative. An ability to manage multiple projects within time constraints is required.

Who WE are and where WE are going

At ST Engineering MRAS, our employees have amazing opportunities to work on advanced technologies and systems that support thousands of customers and millions of people worldwide every day. From the first flight across the Pacific Ocean to developing highly complex structures for the most popular aircraft in the world, we have come a long way always with a can-do approach to problem solving while delighting customers with our high say-do ratio. We are looking for people with innovative ideas and the drive to help us grow into the future.

A pioneer in the production and assembly of complex aerostructures including aircraft and rocket components, engine nacelle systems, thrust reversers and advanced composite products, we apply the latest digital technologies and automation in composite design and manufacturing that are second to none. At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities leveraging the company’s expanded aircraft nacelle portfolio as well as it’s materials and processing expertise.

What YOU will do

1. Composite Part Design and Manufacturing
   • Lead the design and development of composite parts for technology demonstrators.
   • Develop, refine and industrialize new composite manufacturing processes to maximize component properties, reduce energy use and improve yield.
   • Evaluate tooling methodologies for rapid prototyping.
   • Ensure new material and/or process compliance with internal specifications and industry standards.
   • Provide recommendations for material or process adjustments based on performance deviations and end-use requirements.

1. Leadership & Project Management
   • Lead R&D projects, ensuring proper documentation and reporting.
   • Manage vendors, suppliers and external technology partners.
   • Support team initiatives and resource planning.

What YOU must bring to Succeed

1. • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Materials, Manufacturing, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
   • 5+ years experience in manufacturing or a related engineering field
   • Proficiency in CAD modelling (E.g. Solidworks, NX, CATIA, or equivalent) and familiarity with mechanical testing
   • Experience in tooling fabrication processes
   • Familiarity with composite fabrication techniques
   • Desire to work hands-on in lab and pilot manufacturing environments
   • This position involves access to export-controlled technology which requires U.S. Person status or government authorization. A ‘U.S. Person,’ as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62, includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, individuals lawfully admitted for permanent residence (green card holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States. To be considered for this position, you must either be a U.S. Person or fall within a legally recognized export control exception or authorization. If hired, you will be required to provide valid proof of such status.

Desired Characteristics

Background in rapid prototyping and R&D environments

1. • Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, or other automation tools
   • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
   • Hands-on mindset and eagerness to experiment
   • Effective communicator across engineering, manufacturing and sourcing teams
   • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
   • Creative, adaptable and proactive in finding solutions

At ST Engineering, we offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement and growth opportunities.

Estimate salary range for this role: $92,000 to $138,100 per year. ST Engineering considers several factors with extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, education/training/certification, job level, and work location. Base salary is only one component of our competitive Total Rewards package.

ST Engineering - MRAS Benefits:

As a full-time employee of ST Engineering- MRAS, you are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting from start date
• Health Flexible Spending Accounts
• Free Onsite Gym with weekly fitness classes
• Immediate 401k vesting
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time off (Permissive for exempt staff)

Employment Notice: Background and Drug Screening Requirements

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, successful completion of a background check and drug screening is a mandatory condition for employment. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results from these screenings.

It takes diverse talent to solve real-world problems. ST Engineering is deeply committed to building a workplace community where inclusion is valued, and everyone feels welcomed. We’re proud to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected grounds. So, bring us your personal experience, your perspectives, and your background. It’s through our differences that innovative changes are made.

ST Engineering is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. To request an accommodation, please contact our Talent Strategies team at 571-771-0101, or by email at stena.careers@stengg.us.

Nearest Major Market: Baltimore