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Platform Aerospace

AEROSPACE ENGINEER III

Hollywood, MD · On-site

$113K - $147K/yr

AEROSPACE ENGINEERING REPORTS TO: SENIOR AEROSPACE ENGINEERING CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT PRIMARY ... Strong understanding of aerospace materials, structures, and propulsion systems. * Strong knowledge ...

Motive Companies

Materials Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$38 - $55/hr

Materials Engineer Location: Santa Clarita, CA Pay Rate: $38.00 - $55.00 per hour Industry ... Experience supporting motorsports, automotive, aerospace, or high-performance manufacturing ...

Motive Companies

Materials Engineer

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$38 - $55/hr

Materials Engineer Location: Santa Clarita, CA Pay Rate: $38.00 - $55.00 per hour Industry ... Experience supporting motorsports, automotive, aerospace, or high-performance manufacturing ...

Protingent

Materials Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$52 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Materials Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Materials ... and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies . We're passionate ...

Joby Aviation

Materials Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$86K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

B.S. in Materials, Metallurgical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field of study ... * 2+ years in metallic materials characterization, processing, or manufacturing engineering

Joby Aviation

Materials Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$86K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

B.S. in Materials, Metallurgical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field of study ... * 2+ years in metallic materials characterization, processing, or manufacturing engineering

Joby Aviation

Materials Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$86K - $137K/yr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

B.S. in Materials, Metallurgical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field of study ... * 2+ years in metallic materials characterization, processing, or manufacturing engineering

Blue Bird Body Company

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in materials engineering, product development, or failure analysis within an automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace manufacturing environment. * All candidates ...

Protingent

Materials Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$52 - $85/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Materials Engineer Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Materials ... and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies . We're passionate ...

Neon Aerospace

Senior Engineer, Propellers

Manchester, CT · On-site

$105K - $144K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field; equivalent professional experience may be ...

KBR, Inc.

Materials Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Materials Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides ... Knowledge of materials and processes for aerospace product development, improvement, design ...

KBR

Materials Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Materials Engineer Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR! KBR's National Security Solutions team provides ... Knowledge of materials and processes for aerospace product development, improvement, design ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary aerospace materials engineer in the United States is $92,639.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Aerospace Materials Engineer vs Aerospace Materials Engineer?

AspectTemporary Aerospace Materials EngineerAerospace Materials Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in materials science or engineering; often requires relevant certificationsBachelor's or higher in materials science or engineering; professional certifications preferred
Work EnvironmentContract-based, short-term projects, often in manufacturing or testing facilitiesFull-time, ongoing roles in design, research, or manufacturing departments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by aerospace companies for project-specific needsEmployed for long-term development and maintenance of aerospace materials

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Materials & Process Engineer - Aerospace Industry

SyberJet Aircraft

Chandler, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

SyberJet is an up-and-coming aircraft manufacturer dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and precision in the design and manufacturing of advanced aerospace systems and aircraft. Our team is committed to excellence, creativity, and continuous improvement in all aspects of our work.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Materials & Process, Materials Science Engineer to support sustaining efforts and updates for Legacy programs, and related activities for future projects, including our new cabin interior program. A successful candidate will have extensive expertise in aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, regulatory compliance, and certification processes to ensure all materials meet stringent safety, performance, and regulatory requirements common to high performance jet powered aircraft.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assess current airframe materials for obsolescence, cost reduction opportunities, and performance improvements.
  • Conduct comparative analysis of existing vs. alternative manufacturing processes. Assess impact on critical performance parameters such as strength, durability, fatigue life, etc.
  • Risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
  • Develop and/or maintain manufacturing and engineering processes such as machining, forming, welding, heat treatment, chemical milling, and composite fabrication.
  • Create and/or maintain detailed process specifications, work instructions, and quality control procedures to ensure consistent production.
  • Investigate material failures and quality issues using root cause analysis methodologies. Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve product and process reliability.
  • Collaborate with design engineering teams to ensure the integrity and manufacturability of designs while optimizing material usage, weight and production costs.
  • Provide materials expertise during design reviews and support design changes to improve manufacturing efficiency.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation for materials specifications, testing, process controls to support FAA certification efforts.
  • Maintain current knowledge of evolving regulations and industry standards affecting aircraft materials.
  • Manage materials databases and FEA packages for material analysis and statistical analysis.
  • Drive lean manufacturing principles and cost reduction methodologies.

Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 7 years of experience in the aerospace industry.
  • Knowledge of material properties and testing methodologies for aerospace materials including metallic alloys, composites, polymers, coatings.
  • Experience with corrosion testing and evaluation such as stress corrosion, galvanic compatibility, intergranular, etc.
  • Experience with corrosion prevention methods.
  • Experience performing environmental testing such as UV exposure, thermal cycling, humidity resistance, and chemical compatibility.
  • Experience supporting or leading design allowable projects.
    • Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with ability to support multiple projects simultaneously, while providing stakeholders with essential expertise and risk information.
    • Previous experience working with FAA DERs and certification authorities.
  • Preferred Experience:
    • Broad exposure to aircraft development such as primary structure, systems, interiors, etc. related to high performance jet powered aircraft.
    • Additive manufacturing experience.
    • Experience with CATIA V5, Siemens NX, Teamcenter PLM.
    • Experience with agile development sprints (Jira) and project documentation in Confluence.
  • Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex technical data and provide effective solutions.
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present and document technical information to various stakeholders.
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of honeycomb sandwich panel construction methods and best practices.
  • Knowledge of honeycomb panel joining methods such as bonded joints, panel pins, inserts, etc.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical fastening principles and best practices in an aerospace/aviation setting.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and principles in an aerospace/aviation setting.
  • Experience using testing equipment such as load frames, burn cabinets, environmental chambers, etc.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • The chance to work on cutting-edge aerospace projects with a talented team of professionals.

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