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Continuous Composites

High-Temperatures Materials Engineer

Continuous Composites

Materials Engineer leading R&D in high-temperature environments at Continuous Composites. Focus on ceramic matrix composites for aerospace and defense industries.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timeCoeur d Alene • Idaho • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading R&D projects focused on ceramic matrix composites, with a strong emphasis on material selection, processing, and performance evaluation for hypersonic environments. Proficient in experimental design, technical reporting, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive innovation in high-temperature materials.

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R&D Project LeadershipComposites EngineeringMaterial Characterization TechniquesTechnical WritingMentoring

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Hard Skills
Ceramic Matrix CompositesMaterial SelectionProcessing TechniquesPerformance EvaluationExperimental DesignStatisticsProblem-Solving Techniques
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent Work
Industry Keywords
High-Temperature CompositesHypersonic SystemsDensification MethodsCross-Functional EngineeringSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead R&D projects focused on ceramic matrix composite preforms, including material selection, processing, characterization, and performance evaluation for hypersonic environments
  • Design and implement experimental protocols for testing and validating new materials and processes
  • Design parts with optimized ply schedules and architectures based on densification methods
  • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (mechanical, process, software, controls) to execute multi-year product development plans
  • Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in high-temperature composites and hypersonic systems
  • Ensure compliance with project requirements and safety standards throughout the research process.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical or materials engineering or a related engineering discipline required
  • Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field desired
  • 5+ years of experience in composites engineering, with a strong focus on high-temperature materials
  • Proven track record in leading R&D projects, preferably funded by government grants
  • Experience with material characterization techniques (thermal, mechanical, microstructural, etc.)
  • Excellent communication and technical writing skills for proposal development, report writing, and presentations
  • Ability to work independently and mentor junior team members
  • Strong background in statistics and problem-solving techniques.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Professional development opportunities