Process Engineer

Company Summary At Continuous Composites Inc., we are redefining what is possible in advanced manufacturing. Our unique CF3D technology for composite 3D printing opens new frontiers in Aerospace and Defense. We thrive on innovation, rapid iteration, and empowering every team member to take initiative and drive breakthrough solutions. Our mission is to transform industrial manufacturing through pioneering research, creative problem-solving, and relentless execution.

Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on, highly skilled Process Engineer to help bring next‑generation CF3D manufacturing capabilities to market. The ideal candidate has experience refining processes on complex hardware systems and collaborating across materials, test, hardware, controls, and software teams. You will develop and execute test plans, analyze results, and clearly communicate findings to multidisciplinary stakeholders. If you thrive in fast-paced, innovative environments and enjoy building new, cutting‑edge systems, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Optimize and mature a novel composite deposition process• Develop, refine, and document process parameters to maximize throughput and finished part quality• Collect, interpret, and analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities and support technical decision making• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, materials, software, controls) to drive multi year product development• Ensure seamless integration of materials, hardware, software, and process changes• Troubleshoot process and system issues in collaboration with engineering teams• Develop and execute test plans; analyze and communicate results• Maintain progress toward program deliverables and proactively identify, communicate, and escalate risks or issues
• Perform CT scanning and analysis to support material characterization and process validation• Conduct microscopy analysis to identify microstructural features, defects, and material performance indicators• Operate and maintain thermal‑processing equipment including autoclaves, furnaces, and ovens to support development and testing workflows• Operate Instron mechanical testing systems and analyze resulting data to inform material behavior, process optimization, and system performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field• 3-5+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, materials processing, or related field• Hands‑on experience developing, refining, or scaling manufacturing processes• Experience working with complex electromechanical hardware systems• Proven ability to design and execute test plans and analyze test data• Experience working collaboratively across disciplines in a technical environment Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with composites, additive manufacturing, or advanced materials• Experience with process development on novel or first of its kind hardware systems• Familiarity with data analysis tools and methods (Python, MATLAB, statistical methods, etc.)• Experience with system integration, verification, or hardware testing• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical, controls, materials, or software domains

Qualified candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. Candidates need to be lawfully able to work on ITAR or controlled information which requires that the applicant be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 CFR 120.62.

Continuous Composites generally does not provide sponsorship for work visas