Principal Composites Engineer

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

• 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

• Bachelor’s or Master’s 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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