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Firefly Aerospace

Composite M&P Engineer II

TX · On-site

$88K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... fiber prepreg systems. * Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing ... engineering solutions. * Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing ...

Firefly Aerospace

Composite M&P Engineer II

Bertram, TX

$88K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... fiber prepreg systems. * Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing ... engineering solutions. * Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing ...

Firefly Aerospace

Composite M&P Engineer III

Bertram, TX

$88K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... fiber prepreg systems. * Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing ... engineering solutions. * Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing ...

Firefly Aerospace

Composite M&P Engineer III

TX · On-site

$88K - $116K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... fiber prepreg systems. * Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing ... engineering solutions. * Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing ...

Firefly Aerospace

Composite M&P Engineer III

Briggs, TX

$69K - $91K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

... fiber prepreg systems. * Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing ... engineering solutions. * Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing ...

Foxconn Industrial Internet

Senior Optical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

... characterization, and production readiness from prototypes through product maturity. This is a ... Proven experience troubleshooting optical path issues, including fiber connectors, end-face quality ...

Foxconn Industrial Internet

Senior Optical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

... characterization, and production readiness from prototypes through product maturity. This is a ... Proven experience troubleshooting optical path issues, including fiber connectors, end-face quality ...

Foxconn Industrial Internet

Senior Optical Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$123K - $159K/yr

... characterization, and production readiness from prototypes through product maturity. This is a ... Proven experience troubleshooting optical path issues, including fiber connectors, end-face quality ...

Corning

Manufacturing Engineer

Keller, TX · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber ... Hands-on experience with measurement and characterization equipment Experiences/Education - Desired

Corning

Manufacturing Engineer

Keller, TX · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber ... Hands-on experience with measurement and characterization equipment Experiences/Education - Desired

Corning

Manufacturing Engineer

Keller, TX · On-site

$81K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Plan, develop, and execute product verification and qualification plans for fiber optic and micro ... Hands-on experience with measurement and characterization equipment Experiences/Education - Desired

Pae

Flammability & Nonmetallic Materials Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Perform testing and characterization on nonmetallic materials as needed. * Perform other duties as ... Familiar with high performance polymers that are commonly in film, foam, or fiber form, such as ...

Apple

Materials Engineer, Packaging Product Design

Austin, TX

$184K - $277K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

... Conduct characterization testing and failure analysis to define specifications and root-cause ... fiber, inks, coatings, or bio-based materials Data-driven approach to solving complex problems ...

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What is the difference between Fiber Characterization Engineer vs Optical Test Engineer?

AspectFiber Characterization EngineerOptical Test Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Optical Engineering, Physics, or related fields; certifications in fiber optics are commonBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or related fields; similar certifications often applicable
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, manufacturing facilities, R&D departments focusing on fiber propertiesTesting labs, production lines, quality assurance departments for optical components
Industry UsagePrimarily in fiber optics manufacturing, telecommunications, and researchIn telecommunications, fiber optic component manufacturing, and quality control

The Fiber Characterization Engineer focuses on analyzing and testing fiber optic materials to understand their properties, while the Optical Test Engineer concentrates on testing optical devices and systems for performance and quality. Both roles require similar technical skills and certifications but differ in their specific focus areas within the optical industry.

What does a fiber characterization engineer do?

A Fiber Characterization Engineer is responsible for testing and analyzing optical fiber networks to ensure they meet performance standards and support high-speed data transmission. They use specialized equipment to measure parameters such as attenuation, dispersion, and optical return loss. Their work helps telecom companies identify and resolve issues that could affect network quality, ensuring reliable communication services. Fiber Characterization Engineers often collaborate with network designers, installers, and maintenance teams to optimize fiber optic infrastructure.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a fiber characterization engineer?

To thrive as a Fiber Characterization Engineer, you need a solid background in optical engineering or telecommunications, with expertise in fiber optic theory, testing, and analysis, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with OTDR, CD, PMD, and other fiber testing instruments, as well as certifications like FOA or CFCE, are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help engineers interpret complex data and collaborate with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure accurate fiber network assessments, optimize performance, and minimize costly errors in deployment and maintenance.

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Composite M&P Engineer II

Firefly Aerospace

TX • On-site

$88K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Firefly Aerospace rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE
Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company on a mission to reliably and repeatedly launch, land, and operate space systems from Earth to the Moon and beyond. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the first commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the first company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.
SUMMARY
The Composite M&P Engineer II will apply their broad technical knowledge and experience to support design, manufacturing, testing and R&D projects. The candidate must be innovative and a self-starter who works well in a team environment and has excellent interpersonal skills. The candidate will form an integral part of the advanced materials department, a team of engineers and technicians that are a focal for material related support for the company.
The candidate will serve as a materials engineer focusing on nonmetallic materials including carbon fiber composites and various adhesives. The candidate will be expected to evaluate new materials, perform failure analysis, provide technical support to our internal and external customers, and provide innovative and timely solutions to meet company objectives. This engineer must identify opportunities for improvement, review solutions with relevant stakeholders, and take action to drive any improvements to completion with minimal supervision. This role is located at our manufacturing and test site in Briggs, TX, north of Cedar Park.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Research and select composite materials and processes for structural applications on existing or new designs.
  • Design, lead and perform related material testing and evaluations, such as microscopy, failure analysis, thermal analysis techniques and mechanical testing.
  • Execute characterization and allowable campaigns.
  • Develop, implement and maintain materials and processes technical specifications.
  • Provide technical support for manufacturing and design teams in the areas of non-metallic material and processes selection and optimization, qualification, and inspection that impact product quality, reliability, durability, and capability.
  • Lead or support material failure analysis and root cause corrective actions (RCCA).
  • While maintaining focus on quality, reliability, performance, cost and development predictability; provide consulting and support for unplanned critical needs.
  • Provides guidance, coaching and training to other materials engineering employees, mentors junior staff and broadly shares experience and knowledge across the organization.
  • Represent Firefly on various industry task groups related to metallic materials and manufacturing (AMS, ASM, Nadcap, SAMPE, etc.).
  • Develop and implement improved process control where possible using test and NDE results as a feedback loop.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required
  • Bachelors degree in Materials Engineering, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent Engineering/Science role.
  • 2+ years of experience in polymeric materials research, testing or manufacturing.
  • Broad technical understanding of several composite material processes and operations including, but not limited to, out-of-autoclave processes, composites and polymer joining and surface engineering for aerospace applications.
  • A desire to establish and foster strong interdisciplinary relationships across the company.
  • Experienced in coordinating and conducting laboratory work and data analysis to drive technical materials engineering decisions.
  • Ability to travel to customers and other Firefly sites up to 10% of the time.

Desired
  • Advanced degrees in Materials Engineering, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience with emphasis on Composite materials.
  • 3+ years of experience in carbon fiber composite materials research, testing, processes or manufacturing.
  • Direct experience in carbon fiber prepreg systems.
  • Prior knowledge of structural composite characterization, testing standards and processing.
  • Expert in material testing, (Mechanical, thermal, microscopy, NDE, failure mode & root cause analysis), data analysis and technical writing.
  • Experience working with industry standards, such as ASTM, ASM, NASA and ISO, and their uses, limitations, and applications.
  • In-depth knowledge of materials process technologies and their impact on material behavior and product performance (Process-Property-Performance relationships).
  • Track record of innovation and delivering strategic business results in the context of materials engineering solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize technical theories and develop testing methods, correlate material properties with product performance and predict various failure modes

Firefly offers outstanding benefits for our employees, including generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles, parental leave, educational reimbursement, short term disability, and flexible PTO options.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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