Entry Level Project Engineer Jobs in Towson, MD (NOW HIRING)

Who YOU are and what YOU can become

We are seeking a hands-on, self-driven and highly collaborative R&D Manufacturing Engineer to join our Advanced Technology team, supporting new development projects and industrialization of new products, tooling and manufacturing processes. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys spending time on the shop floor, building hardware, operating equipment, fabricating parts, and solving practical manufacturing challenges. You will work directly with technicians, operators, and engineers to develop and improve manufacturing methods, tooling, and assembly processes.

While experience in composite materials manufacturing is highly desirable, we welcome candidates from a broad range of manufacturing backgrounds including aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, machining, tooling, fabrication and product development.

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. Product & Manufacturing Development
   • Fabricate, assembly and evaluate prototype parts, tooling and manufacturing demonstrators
   • Operate and support manufacturing equipment
   • Work directly on the shop floor and in the lab to develop and refine manufacturing processes
   • Design, build and modify tooling, fixtures, jigs and assembly aids
   • Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues
   • Perform process trials and document findings and lessons learned
   • Demonstrate ability to design for manufacturing and production readiness

1. Tooling & Process Development
   • Develop practical manufacturing solutions using available equipment, tooling and materials
   • Fabricate or support fabrication of tooling
   • Support equipment set up, qualification and process validation activities
   • Evaluate new manufacturing technologies for future implementation

1. Project & Supplier Management
   • Coordinate R&D builds, material ordering, trials and schedules
   • 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 Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
   • Familiarity with CAD software such as NX, CATIA or equivalent
   • Demonstrated interest in hands-on manufacturing or prototype development
   • Effective communicator
   • 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

1. • Experience operating or supporting manufacturing equipment
   • Experience with machining, additive manufacturing, assembly or other relevant manufacturing processes
   • Experience designing and building tooling, fixtures, jigs and production aids
   • Familiarity with composite fabrication processes
   • Adaptable and proactive in finding solutions
   • Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment

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

Estimate salary range for this role: $64,400 to $95,900 per year. ST Engineering MRAS 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.