Shape the Future of Aerospace as a Composites Materials and Processes Engineer

Job Type: Full Time; Consultant (12 Months)
Location: Mesa, AZ
Schedule: Monday to Friday; Second Shift (1:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
Pay Starting at: $42.08 per hour

About the Role

PDS Tech Commercial, in partnership with a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a motivated Composites Materials and Processes Engineer to join the Composite Materials Fabrication Site in Mesa, AZ. In this hands-on role, you’ll bridge the lab, factory, and design worlds—developing, qualifying, and improving composite materials that power next-generation aerospace platforms. Whether you’re early in your career or bring seasoned expertise, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on high-performance air systems that shape the future of flight.

What You’ll Do

• Apply chemistry, physics, and materials science to advance composite materials and processing methods

• Support composite part fabrication with technical evaluations and process solutions

• Lead root-cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive solutions for material issues

• Create and execute test plans, author technical reports, and contribute to specifications

• Qualify and approve materials, processes, and equipment for aerospace production

• Guide laboratory testing and collaborate across disciplines including Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement

• Travel to suppliers as needed to ensure compliance and integration of new technologies

• Incorporate safety, LEAN, and quality principles into daily work

• Influence real products on advanced and proprietary aerospace platforms

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Data Science, or Computer Science

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years’ experience OR a Master’s degree (Level 2)

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years’ experience OR a Master’s degree and 3+ years’ experience (Level 3)

• Willingness to work 2nd shift (1:00 PM – 10:30 PM)
• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
• This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               
   

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with composites, elastomers, and associated processing techniques

• Knowledge of polymer chemistry analytical techniques and materials (epoxy, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, urethane, polyimide, reinforcements, adhesives)

• Experience with composite failure modes and failure analysis

• Familiarity with engineering drawings, Microsoft Office, and technical report writing

• Strong communication skills with experience delivering technical presentations

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, you’ll be part of an innovative aerospace team where your expertise in composites directly contributes to groundbreaking flight technology. This role offers:

• Exposure to advanced aerospace programs and proprietary platforms

• A collaborative and supportive engineering environment

• Opportunities to grow into technical leadership or management

• Competitive pay with the stability of a long-term assignment

Take the Next Step

Ready to apply your skills where they matter most? Join us in shaping the materials and processes behind the aerospace innovations of tomorrow.

Apply today and launch your career with PDS Tech Commercial!

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