Materials Engineer, Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC)

Materials Engineer - Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC)

Cypress, CA

As the Materials Engineer - Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMC) at the Rolls-Royce High Temperature Composites facility, you will provide knowledge and expertise and execute tasks on the development of Ceramic Matrix Composite materials, processes, models, and analysis methods, the application of materials to the design, test, manufacture, and service operation of systems, the approval, validation and control of raw materials and / or component manufacturing processes, and the execution of failure or defect investigations.

Rolls-Royce is a world-leading creator of power systems and services for use on land, at sea and in the air. A leader in the novel application of Ceramic Matrix Composites, our High Temperature Composites team is growing very quickly at the frontline of the company's strategic development. This is truly a culture of growth, innovation and applied problem solving, dedicated to making a high impact on the larger business over the next 5-10 years and beyond.

Rolls-Royce has a broad customer base comprising 600 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces, more than 2,000 marine customers including 70 navies, and energy customers in 120 countries. Rolls-Royce is a technology leader, employing 38,000 people in offices, manufacturing and service facilities in 50 countries.

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Key Accountabilities:

• A key contributor to development and validation of Ceramic Matrix Composite (CMC) materials and components
• Resolve problems through evaluative judgements. Analyses factual information from multiple sources, interprets results and identifies effective solutions by applying their own technical knowledge, expertise and engineering judgement
• Point of contact within CMC materials engineering and to share subject matter knowledge across the function
• Understand company business objectives and ensure that the work they do supports this; To act in accordance with both the company values and those associated with being a professional engineer
• Actively promote, encourage and support the identification and implementation of continuous improvement both within and outside their immediate sphere and prompt action across the wider team

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2+ years of experience with petrol chemicals or ceramic material development, testing, and characterization, OR
• Master's degree in Engineering, OR
• PhD in Engineering
• In order to be eligible for consideration you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident

Preferred Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience with CMC material development, testing, and characterization OR
• Experience with CMC processing methods such as chemical vapor infiltration and slurry processing, testing methods, and Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) methods
• Experience with developing or using process models for chemical processes
• Understanding of Process Structure Property (PSP) relationship of CMC materials
• Ability to apply logical, analytical and innovative thinking to a range of technical problems
• Knowledge and experience of product integrity / liability and certification frameworks
• ISO9001 / AS9100 experience

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you'll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

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We are an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we'll be. By building a culture of respect and appreciation, we give everyone who works here the opportunity to realize their full potential. You can learn more about our global Diversity and Inclusion strategy here.

At Rolls-Royce we embrace workplace flexibility. Our teams work in onsite, hybrid and remote work environments based on work and personal requirements. The specific arrangements vary from team to team. Please ask us about how we work on this team.

Relocation assistance will be provided if applicable.

Close Date: April 11, 2025

Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.