Materials Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation

. Develop innovative and practical solutions to complex materials engineering problems.

Posted 11/12/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $78,200 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in materials engineering, including advanced methods for material evaluation and selection, while effectively mentoring junior engineers and leading technical teams in root cause analysis. Proficient in project planning and execution, with a strong understanding of material properties and manufacturing processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Metallurgical Engineering5 Years Experience In Heavy Component ManufacturingKnowledge Of Physical MetallurgyExperience In Failure InvestigationsProject Planning Skills

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Hard Skills

Materials EngineeringMaterial EvaluationMaterial SelectionMetallurgical RequirementsCasting ProcessesForging ProcessesHeat TreatingWelding MetallurgyBrazing MetallurgyFailure Mechanisms

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingGoal-OrientedResults DrivenMentoringRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Laboratory EquipmentMaterial Evaluation ToolsTechnical Presentation ToolsDocumentation SoftwareReporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

DOD Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

ASTM StandardsMIL-StandardsMechanical PropertiesMaterial PropertiesEngineering Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop innovative and practical solutions to complex materials engineering problems.
Develop advanced methods to improve and evolve material evaluation and guide material selection for new products.
Mentor and aid in the development of less experienced engineers.
Work with Design Engineering and vendors to develop complex base material procedures and processes, including casting, forging, and heat treating, to obtain desired mechanical and material properties.
Plan, coordinate, and execute complex materials engineering activities, including documentation, reporting, publishing, and technical presentations.
Review ASTM and MIL-Standards, specifications, drawings, and other documentation to determine metallurgical and materials engineering requirements.
Interface with external subject matter experts to recommend ways to meet stringent requirements.
Provide technical support to failure investigations and bid proposals.
Lead technical teams in materials root cause analysis and related activities.
Identify innovative uses for material evaluation tools and techniques.
Work with laboratory equipment vendors to generate proposals for new capital asset equipment.
Perform work in accordance with departmental procedures, CW policies, and safety, environmental, and security rules and guidelines.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science.
A minimum of 5 years work experience in engineering support of heavy component manufacturing including joining and machining operations.
Working knowledge of physical metallurgy and demonstration of knowledge through professional experience.
Goal-oriented, results driven, problem solving attitude.
Exposure to welding and brazing metallurgy through practical experience.
Exposure to failure investigations and a working knowledge of failure mechanisms.
Experience and working knowledge of material properties and selection of materials for new design applications.
Demonstrated project planning skills and understanding of cost and schedule implications.
Strong relationships with industry contacts that can be called upon for support in the resolution of problems.
Due to DoD requirements, candidates must be US citizens.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DOD security clearance.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off
401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Health and Wellness Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Referral Program
Competitive Pay
Recognition
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Inclusive & Supportive Culture