Mid Senior Level Manufacturing Engineer - Composites at The ePlane Company

Chennai, tamil nadu, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Composite Manufacturing, CFRP, Tooling Design, CNC Programming, DFM/DFA, Project Management, Material Selection, Aircraft Assembly, PLM, CAD Software, Quality Control, Cost Analysis, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, ERP, Six Sigma

Industry

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

Description

As a Mid senior Level Manufacturing engineer - Composites, you will be responsible for design & optimization of manufacturing processes for CFRP parts, sub-assembly for eVTOL airframes prototype manufacturing & supporting in assembly integration. The candidate will be responsible for interacting with Manufacturing, QA, Structural design & other cross functional teams in realization of composites parts, sub-assembly and prove out. Roles & responsibilities Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for CFRP components using OOA prepreg systems. Lead material qualification for certification prototypes with interactions with Certification & Airworthiness team. Optimise facility including layout planning, utilities coordination, equipment selection, installation, and commissioning. Specify, source, validate, and maintain capital equipment such as CNC routers, ovens, and bonding tools. Program and operate CNC routers for precision trimming and drilling of composite structures. Oversee bonding preparation processes, including surface treatment, adhesive application, and cure cycle optimization. Manage Oven operations, including recipe development, cycle optimization, and maintenance coordination. Apply expertise in composite curing processes—thermal profiles and material-specific requirements—to ensure optimal part quality and structural integrity. Create and maintain detailed work instructions, process documentation, and tooling specifications. Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance with aerospace standards. Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions to improve yield, reduce scrap, and enhance overall process efficiency. Support New Product Introduction (NPI), continuous improvement activities, and lean/Six Sigma initiatives. Perform DFM/DFA assessment of part & tooling design to ensure manufacturability of airframe systems. Experience with Excel, PowerPoint / Google suite & PLM Adhere to project timelines and budgets and quality of output. Basic knowledge on cost estimation & time study of project execution. Basic knowledge on QMS, QC tools & Metrology Basic knowledge on GD&T, Fits & assembly Basic knowledge on PFD,PFMEA, Control plan Required Skills ERP & PLM CAD software (Preferably CATIA or NX, Solidworks) Material Selection Composite manufacturing processes Aircraft assembly processes & integration Tooling Design & Development Project Management Analytical skills Cost Analysis Quality Control Problem-Solving Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or any related field. Work experience in 4+ years in Manufacturing engineering of composites structures in the aerospace industry. Familiarity with different types of composites materials & manufacturing processes, assembly & toolings is highly desirable. Work Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Job Type: Full time.

Responsibilities

Design and optimize manufacturing processes for CFRP parts and sub-assemblies for eVTOL airframes. Manage capital equipment, oversee bonding and curing processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure aerospace compliance.