Composites Manufacturing Engineer; Dayton, Ohio

Composites Manufacturing Engineer (Dayton, Ohio)

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Join iCOMAT – Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing! iCOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company with game‑changing technology that delivers the lightest structures possible for aerospace and automotive, at a scale, rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes. We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 and OEMs. The business has three main divisions: development of automated production machines, software design and production tools, and factory operation.

We are expanding into the United States with a new factory in Dayton, Ohio, and we need talented individuals to help drive this transformation.

• Cover all processes following development, design and receipt of customer requirements to allow Operations to commence efficient, conforming and cost‑effective manufacturing whilst retaining the customers’ requirements and fully quality compliance.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes (layup, cure cycles, RTS, trimming and supporting paperwork – Method Sheets, BoM’s and Routings).
• Ensure handling / use of materials is in line with manufacturer recommendations.
• Support Design Engineering with analysis of composite materials to determine suitability for specific applications.
• Ensure all manufacturing documentation / instruction complies with quality standards and customer approvals.
• Work with the appropriate team on MRB reviews to investigate and resolve any issues related to product quality, process deviations, or non‑conformances.
• Support and oversee the creation of BoM’s, Purchasing Specifications, Routings, MoM’s, Testing / Inspection Requirement Sheets that provide all the information / processes to procure, manufacture and achieve compliance, doing so in a safe, repeatable manner.
• Implement tooling and composite fabrication processes.
• Provide training and support to production teams to ensure a thorough understanding of composite manufacturing processes.
• Act as a technical resource for troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues.
• Support equipment installation and commissioning.
• Troubleshoot and improve output with minimal oversight.

• 5+ years proven experience in advanced composites manufacturing, with a focus on process development and optimization (defence/aerospace).
• Strong understanding of composite materials, their properties and applications.
• Experience with autoclaves, composites lamination and manufacturing.
• Proficiency in interrogating CAD files to provide support on quotations, design and inspection.
• Solid grounding in quality protocols (AS9100).
• Independent execution and technical initiative.

• Competitive salary & benefits: comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and pension scheme.
• Stock options: equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success.
• Career growth opportunities: join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite materials.
• Innovation‑focused culture: inclusive, forward‑thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a “UK Startup to Watch,” iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants to apply.
• Global impact: be part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for automotive, aerospace and space industries.

Apply now to learn more and join us on our exciting journey!

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing