Automation Engineer

Overview

Fiber Materials Inc. | solutions for the most extreme places in the universe

FMI's manufacturing facility has been a leading solutions provider of high temperature materials and composites for more than 50 years, serving the Department of Defense and NASA. The focus in Maine is on multidirectional reinforced Carbon / Carbon (C / C) and Ceramic Matrix Composites (CMCs) that enable high-temperature components such as : thermal protection systems, re-entry vehicle nose tips as well as rocket motor throats and nozzles.

Our materials are being used on ground-breaking space initiatives such as the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle and the heat shield for NASA's Mars 2020 mission, important missile programs, airfoils in commercial and military jet engines, and as lightweight armor for U.S. military ground vehicles.

Responsibilities

• As part of an integrated team, design, improve, and troubleshoot custom built automation systems; mechanical, software, networking
• Develop, implement, and sustain policies and procedures for the technical work performed in a production facility
• Lead integration of new systems and automation equipment
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements in assigned areas of responsibility using Lean and Six Sigma tools
• Execute technical assignments with ability to integrate systems adhering to strict schedule and cost consideration
• Work with internal / external customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services
• Design and develop new equipment for future production systems
• Ensure that health and safety policies are integrated early on and followed
• Apply standards to projects to ensure compliance with certification requirements in plant applications
• Collaborate with internal and external designers, integrators and manufacturers

Qualifications

Benefits

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