Composites Engineer – Shape the Future of Advanced Materials
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of composite materials and bringing cutting-edge technology to life? Join our team as a Composites Engineer, where you will help design, develop, test, and manufacture high‑performance composite structures for real‑world applications. You’ll collaborate with talented engineers across disciplines and make a direct impact on product innovation, manufacturing capability, and long-term technical strategy.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and optimize advanced composite systems for both structural and non‑structural applications.
- Partner with design teams to select materials and define layups, fiber architecture, and resin systems.
- Create and maintain clear technical documentation, material specs, and process guidelines.
- Perform mechanical testing, evaluate results, and lead material characterization efforts.
- Work side‑by‑side with manufacturing teams to implement processes such as autoclave curing, infusion, filament winding, or out‑of‑autoclave techniques.
- Investigate material or process failures and lead thorough root‑cause analyses.
- Collaborate with suppliers to evaluate new materials and ensure they meet quality and performance requirements.
- Support prototype builds and drives smooth transitions from development to production.
- Contribute to ongoing improvements in materials, manufacturing processes, and test methods.
What You Bring
- Master’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of composite materials—fibers, resins, core materials, and adhesives.
- Experience with composite design fundamentals, failure modes, and industry testing standards.
- Familiarity with common composite fabrication methods and equipment.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test reports.
- Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Soft Skills That Make You Stand Out
- Clear, confident communication—able to present technical concepts to a range of audiences.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration within multidisciplinary environments.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving project needs.
- High attention to detail with a commitment to producing high‑quality work.
- Proactive mindset—willingness to identify opportunities and drive improvements.
- Ability to work independently while adding value to group efforts.
Preferred (But Not Required)
- Industry experience in aerospace, automotive, defense, renewable energy, or similar fields.
- Hands‑on experience with composite fabrication in lab or production environments.
- Experience with FEA tools applied to composite structures.
- Understanding of quality systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.
- Familiarity with material databases or statistical analysis tools.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
This position will require a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
Centrus Energy and all subsidiaries shall abide by the applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
This position requires the successful candidate to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance. Candidates for positions requiring a security clearance are required to be tested for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 prior to an offer of employment being made. In addition, once employed, employees will become part of a random drug testing program and may also be tested in the event of any incident causing injury or causing damage to property, or if it is determined that there is a reasonable suspicion the employee is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This position will require preemployment background check on the part of the Company and in order to receive a Q security clearance, a background investigation by the Federal government. Subsequent Federal government reinvestigations may be required.
Centrus Energy Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
- Strong understanding of composite materials such as fibers, resins, core materials, and adhesives
- Experience with composite design fundamentals and industry testing standards
- Familiarity with common composite fabrication methods and equipment
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test reports
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
What We Do
Centrus Energy is a trusted American supplier of nuclear fuel and services for the nuclear power industry, helping meet the growing need for clean, affordable, carbon-free energy. Since 1998, the Company has provided its utility customers with more than 1,850 reactor years of fuel, which is equivalent to more than 7 billion tons of coal. With world-class technical and engineering capabilities, Centrus is pioneering production of High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium and is leading the effort to restore America’s uranium enrichment capabilities at scale so that we can meet our clean energy, energy security, and national security needs. Find out more at CentrusEnergy.com.
