Jobs at Albany International Corporation

Lead application development and R&T for 3D woven composites in engine applications, drive concept design, structural analysis, fabrication, technical roadmaps, bids/proposals, customer engagement, financial planning, and transition of technologies into production.

Lead strategic sourcing for AEC commodities from RFQ through execution: supplier analysis and management, contract negotiation, price/cost analysis, performance audits, continuous improvement, cross-functional collaboration with Engineering/Quality/Operations, report savings, and support global sourcing to meet program requirements and compliance.

Operate and set up weaving looms for press fabrics used in pulp and paper production. Perform tasks including dresser operation, knot-tying, drawing-in, yarn handling, minor maintenance, quality assurance, and process improvements. Follow safety procedures, trailer cards, and JIBS standards while participating on departmental teams and committees.

The role involves overseeing industrial engineering across two manufacturing sites, focusing on production efficiency, workflow design, and continuous improvement using lean manufacturing and six sigma techniques.

The Sr. Manager of Contracts & Customer Support oversees proposal and contract management, ensuring compliance with U.S. Government regulations and managing a team. Responsibilities include negotiating agreements, maintaining contract compliance, and supporting customer relations in a manufacturing setting.

Manage and grow strategic aerospace/composites customer relationships, act as voice of the customer, develop account plans, drive business development and proposals, coordinate cross-functional teams, monitor competitors, and travel extensively to secure profitable growth.

The Tool Crib Specialist manages tooling and equipment for the CH53K assembly line, overseeing inventory, maintenance, procurement, and organization of tools to enhance production efficiency.

Develop and maintain the integrated master production schedule in the ERP/MRP system, ensure readiness against capacity and material constraints, perform scenario planning, identify and resolve schedule conflicts, mentor planners, lead continuous improvement, and coordinate schedule priorities across Operations, Supply Chain, Program Management, Engineering, and Quality.

Expedites, routes, and dispatches materials and parts according to production schedules. Reviews production schedules for shortages, establishes WIP priorities, reports schedule progress, coordinates material repairs or transportation, and communicates completion dates, substitutions, shortages, and schedule changes. The role requires forklift operation, Excel proficiency, MRP software knowledge, bill of materials comprehension, and reliable attendance.

Designs and plans manufacturing layouts and processes for composite component production. Develops tooling and production procedures, incorporates inspection/test requirements, resolves technical issues, and supports new product development while working with cross-functional teams and external customers.

Develop and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for composite manufacturing. Design and analyze inspection and testing processes, perform quality assurance tests and statistical analysis, audit quality systems, investigate nonconforming products, and implement corrective actions. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure standards and documentation compliance.

Expedites, routes, and dispatches materials and parts according to production schedules. Reviews production schedules for shortages, tracks order progress, prepares status reports, coordinates repairs and internal transportation, and reports completion dates, substitutions, shortages, and schedule changes. Establishes WIP priority schedules, uses Excel and MRP software, reads bills of materials, addresses schedule disruptions, and participates in production meetings. Forklift operation is required.

The Marketing Analyst will provide market insights and performance analysis for the Armor and 3D Woven Composites business, collaborating with multiple teams to support strategic decision-making and enhance customer engagement.

Serve as the technical lead for inserting ceramic matrix composite (CMC) technologies into production by interfacing with engineering, R&T, and business development. Lead customer-facing application development, define scopes of work and proposals for TRL 4-7 projects, provide technical leadership during project execution, build customer relationships, support trade shows, and align customer needs with AEC growth strategies.

Design and plan manufacturing layouts and processes for composite layup, cure, machining, bonding, painting and assembly. Develop production procedures, root cause corrective actions, nonconformance disposition (MRB), and support new product development and cross-functional teams.

Lead cross-functional program teams for aerospace composite programs from inception to close. Manage contracts, schedule, budget, finance, risk, forecasting, staffing, quality, supply chain and customer satisfaction. Present program status, support negotiations, and drive program performance and continuous improvement.

Develop and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for composite part production. Design and analyze inspection/test processes, perform statistical analysis, investigate defects, audit quality systems, implement corrective actions, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure compliance with standards.

Develops and maintains quality evaluation and control systems for composite parts. Designs inspection and testing processes, performs statistical analysis, audits quality systems, investigates defects, implements corrective actions, and collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to ensure compliance with standards (APQP, GD&T, FAI, ISO/AS).

Design and optimize molding and intermediate manufacturing processes for 3D woven preforms. Generate process documentation, support production training, lead continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma), perform FMEA/DMAIC/8D, qualify work cells (IQ/OQ/PQ), manage KPCs, reduce part cost, support customers, and lead NPI and improvement projects to meet schedule and quality targets.

Lead and execute strategic sourcing for AEC commodities from RFQ through contract execution. Develop sourcing strategies, negotiate supply agreements, manage supplier performance and audits, drive cost savings and continuous improvement, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Operations) to meet program objectives and compliance requirements.