Careers

Cambium is seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with expertise in carbon-carbon composites for thermal protection systems in the aerospace and defense industry. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and applications related to carbon-carbon composites, particularly in the context of thermal protection for spacecraft, missiles, and defense systems. This will be a hands-on role and you will be involved in every step of the development process. As Cambium experiences rapid growth, the responsibilities of this role are expected to evolve.

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of carbon-carbon composite materials and structures for applications such as thermal protection systems
• Conduct research and analysis to enhance material properties, including thermal conductivity, mechanical strength, and thermal stability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate carbon-carbon composites into aerospace and defense systems, ensuring compatibility with overall design requirements
• Oversee manufacturing processes, including fabrication, testing, and quality assurance, to ensure the production of high-performance thermal protection components
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the organization
• Stay updated on advancements in carbon-carbon composite technology and industry trends, applying insights to improve product performance and innovation
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including management, clients, and suppliers, to convey project updates, challenges, and solutions

• You must have a strong desire to mentor other engineers and be willing to work in a hands-on engineering role
• Due to the nature of the work, you must have US citizenship or US permanent residency
• (M.S. / Ph.D.) in materials science, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering or a related subject
• (10+ / 6+) years of aerospace or defense industry experience
• (5+ / 3+) years in carbon-carbon composites research, development, and application, with a preferred focus on thermal protection systems for aerospace and defense
• Proficiency in analytical tools for characterization of materials structure-property relationships and performance
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes for carbon-carbon composites, such as chemical vapor deposition, densification, and machining
• Experience with industry standards and regulations related to aerospace and defense materials, including MIL-STD and ASTM
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address technical challenges in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse audiences

**Willing to Relocate**

Cambium offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits plan. This includes excellent medical/dental/vision benefits, and a matching 401(k) plan.

Base salary: $175,000-$220,000/yr

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume and brief pitch to: careers@cambium-usa.com