Project Engineer (Composites) - Corona, CA

Thermal Structures, a subsidiary of HEICO, is an industry-leading provider of insulation and composite products, backed by support that consistently exceeds customer expectations. We design and manufacture solutions that deliver superior performance in the most complex and demanding applications. From concept to completion, we have the resources to meet this challenge with world-class quality and value.

Responsibilities and authority:

• Perform feasibility studies on potential structural composites manufacturing projects and full-cost breakdown studies for projects that pass feasibility review
• Supervise new project development through the manufacturing shop and lead the qualification and approval efforts within the company and with the customer
• Lead material recertification efforts for expired materials, negotiating test requirements with the customer and supervising test sample construction in the manufacturing shop
• Provide clear work instructions in the form of manufacturing travelers and process planning for new projects and revisions/changes for existing projects.
• Represent Engineering during internal Preliminary Review Board meetings for disposition of discrepant hardware.
• Participate in customer audits of the facility, third party audits of the facility and certification or calibration of key facilities equipment
• Provide first line of customer contact for technical issues and questions concerning product, process and qualification efforts
• Infrequent, but possible travel required depending on project type. No more than 10% travel.

Minimum qualifications and experience requirements:

• 4 year Engineering Degree, typically but not limited to mechanical, aerospace or materials disciplines
• At least 2 years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace
• Working knowledge of typical aerospace composite materials and traditional processing methods
• Fluent in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferably with some experience in a CAD platform
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with customer contact experience
• Ability to work numerous projects and self-manage schedule/deadlines
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish helpful, but not required