Work with cross-functional teams that are responsible for engineering review of manufacturing material and process planning, supplier technical interchange and supplier capability evaluation to produce world class aerospace hardware
Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing and quality to define material requirements and successfully implement production solutions
Plan, execute and oversee the qualification testing of Columbia Helicopters new parts and/or new part suppliers including metallurgical and fatigue test analysis.
Analyze and document technical conclusions of hardware failure. Perform engineering analysis of nonconforming hardware including coordination of analysis for disposition of Material Review Board documents. Participates in Design Reviews and Engineering Change approval.
Support new and/or replacement product evaluations with a variety of material tasks such as evaluating, stress corrosion, corrosion resistance, fuel compatibility, metallic and non-metallic joining techniques, and identification of advanced materials. Leading the development of criteria and establishing standards for experimental, test and/or production purposes. Performing laboratory and manufacturing experiments and interpreting, analyzing, evaluating and reporting on data and processes.
Conduct oneself in accordance with Company's Core Values.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
BS degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering and 5 years of materials experience or MS degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering and 3 years of materials experience. Related experience within the Aviation/Aerospace field preferred.
Strong background in processing requirements for high-strength steels and super alloys preferred.
Background in corrosion prevention coatings, and plating systems preferred.
Familiar with capabilities and function of inspection tools / methods such as (but not limited to) Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Fluorescent Dye Penetrant, Magnetic Particle Inspection and X-ray.
Ability to work with no to very minimal supervision and in a team-oriented environment.
Maintain a good working relationship with all team members, stakeholders and customers.