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.

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.

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.

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.

Serve as the technical lead for inserting ceramic matrix composite technologies into production. Capture opportunities, develop scopes/proposals, support TRL 4-7 projects, liaise with engineering, BD and customers, drive adoption, and strengthen AEC's market brand through customer engagement and industry outreach.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Develop and maintain production plans and schedules using SAP to meet customer demand while optimizing capacity and inventory. Coordinate with operations, engineering, procurement, and program management for SIOP, NPI, engineering changes, and intercompany demand. Implement lean planning and inventory controls, support SAP design/testing, and report metrics to plant leadership.

Serve as the technical lead for insertion and application development of ceramic matrix composites, driving customer relationships, proposals, and project execution (TRL 4-7). Provide technical leadership to engineering teams, support business development, represent AEC at industry events, and align customer needs with company R&D and production goals.

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.

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.

Lead strategic sourcing for AEC commodities including RFQ management, supplier selection, contract negotiation, cost and price analysis, supplier performance management, audits, and cross-functional collaboration to drive savings, supply reliability, and continuous improvement.

Manage strategic sourcing for AEC commodities from RFQ through execution: supplier selection and negotiation, contract management, price/cost analysis, supplier performance/audits, drive cost savings and continuous improvement, ensure compliance with government acquisition regulations, collaborate cross-functionally, and use SAP/MRP systems for purchasing and forecasting.

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.

Lead strategic sourcing for AEC commodities: manage RFQ-to-execution sourcing, negotiate contracts, perform price/cost analysis, drive supplier performance and audits, develop sourcing strategies, support cross-functional teams, and report savings.

Design and engineer custom tooling for high-performance composite fabrication (autoclave, RTM, compression molding). Specify materials, create SOWs, support manufacturing, perform inspections, generate SAP purchase requisitions, interface with vendors and CAD designers, participate in design reviews, and resolve production issues.

Develop and mature advanced carbon-fiber composite manufacturing processes (RTM, weaving, preforms) for flight-critical engine components. Lead NPI activities, define key product/process requirements, support testing, validation, technical reviews, continuous improvement, root-cause analysis, FMEA, and cross-functional collaboration to meet schedule, quality, and cost targets.