Albany International Corp. · 23 hours ago
Technical lead Aerostructures
Rochester, NH
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
10+ years expAlbany International Corp. is seeking a Technical Lead in Aerostructures to drive innovation and technical excellence in composite aerostructures design and development. The role involves defining technology roadmaps, guiding engineering teams, and engaging with customers to deliver competitive solutions.
3D PrintingIndustrialManufacturingTextiles
Responsibilities
Define and lead the aerostructures technology roadmap to align with business and customer needs
Provide technical leadership for composite structure design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing
Oversee structural trade studies balancing weight, cost, performance and manufacturability
Drive technology maturation by advancing composite structure solutions between TRL 3 to 5, ensuring readiness for integration into development and production programs
Identify and select appropriate composite manufacturing methods, such as weaving, braiding, layup, DFP, or hybrid approaches, to ensure optimal performance, cost and manufacturability
Develop and oversee integration of in-process inspection systems for accuracy and defect detection
Engage with customers to understand requirements, communicate capabilities, and ensure delivery of commitments
Provide support for bids, proposals, and business development activities
Collaborate with supply chain teams and tooling suppliers to ensure robust, production-ready designs
Mentor and develop engineering and technicians talent in composite structures best practices
Qualification
Required
The ideal candidate for the Aerostructures Technical Lead need to possess a combination of technical expertise, leadership ability, and customer engagement skills
Deep technical knowledge in one of the core areas of composite engineering, as well as working knowledge in other core areas. Core areas of composite engineering include: design and analysis, composite manufacturing, performance and qualification, micromechanics and multi-scale modeling
Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree is considered a strong plus. Alternate experience and education may be considered
10+ year experience in the aerospace field, with a strong background in composite materials
Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes, such as weaving, layup, forming, tooling, automated fiber placement, resin transfer molding, etc
Strong track record of leading engineering teams and delivering complex structural solutions
Strong communication skills, ability to engage with leadership, customers, and technical teams
Proven track record of advancing aerostructure solutions between TRL 3 and 5 and/or in low-rate production environment
Demonstrated experience leading engineering teams in research or development environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for polymer matrix composites
Strong background in composite manufacturing methods, including development of custom forming dies, fixtures, and handling tools
Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills
Advanced computer proficiency level using the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint)
Demonstrated problem-solving skills within collaborative, team-based environments
Ability to assess complex technical landscapes and extract key insights and guiding principles
Willingness to learn new concepts, tools, and technologies
Willingness to engage in hands-on work in a dynamic environment
Strong action orientation with a results-driven mindset, sound decision-making abilities, and a focus on customer success
High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
Company
Albany International Corp.
Albany International is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company with two core businesses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$119M2021-08-05Post Ipo Secondary· $119M
1987-10-09IPO
Leadership Team
Gunnar Kleveland
President and Chief Executive Officer
Willard Station
Executive Vice President – Chief Financial Officer
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