R&D Engineer

As a part of Hexcel, we at ARC Technologies LLC are propelling the future of flight, energy generation, transportation, and recreation through excellence in advanced material solutions that create a better world. We proudly support our military through our product offerings. Whether you are a civilian, veteran, transitioning member, reservist, or military spouse, Hexcel is committed to supporting, including, and empowering you.

By joining our team, you will become part of a global community of peers dedicated to creating quality parts and materials. If you have integrity, accountability, a willingness to explore new ideas, and a desire to succeed, then ARC Technologies is the place for you.

• Hexcel 401k with company matching contribution
• Employee stock purchase program
• Quarterly bonus potential
• Profit Sharing Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Educational Assistance Program
• Prepaid group legal plan

Hexcel is currently seeking a R&D Engineer for our Amesbury, MA location.

• Act as technical liaison during customer meetings to assist with product selection or define a new product development effort.
• Participate as the materials expert in the development of next generation RF absorbers.
• Specify appropriate polymer systems to meet environmental exposure requirements for custom applications.
• Develop formulations to target specific composite properties.
• Produce proof-of-concept and lab‐scale engineering samples.
• Characterize composition and mechanical properties of developmental materials.
• Assist in transition to production, including specifying or modifying equipment and developing production‑scale manufacturing processes.
• Assist factory with troubleshooting production issues.

• BS/MS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, or Materials Engineering.
• 0 – 10 years of industry experience
• Extensive understanding of polymer processing and properties. Prefer experience with thermoplastics, urethane, silicone, or epoxy chemistries.
• Experience with various production techniques, including extrusion, injection molding, compounding, mixing, compression molding, spraying, and casting.
• Applicant must be US citizens and capable of obtaining and maintaining a US Department of Defense security clearance.
• Industry experience with product development preferred.
• An understanding of dielectric and magnetic properties of materials preferred.
• Experience with RF absorbing or conductive polymer systems, highly filled composite materials metal powders and conductive/resistive inks or polymers preferred.

Complete salary range for this role: $68,439 – $116,346

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. federal government contracts that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.