Materials Engineer - Composites & Non-Metallics Specialist

Location: Mississauga, ON

12 month renewable contract

Pay rate 50-55$hr- flexible depending on experience

Postal code: L5T

Area code: 416, 647, 905

On site- Monday-Friday 40 hours

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Key Responsibilities:

- Provide technical expertise in composite and non-metallic materials used in aerospace applications.
- Evaluate and select materials for new product development and manufacturing processes.
- Support production and repair activities involving composite structures and bonded assemblies.
- Investigate material-related failures and develop corrective actions.
- Review and approve material specifications, test plans, and engineering reports.
- Support qualification and certification activities for recent materials and manufacturing processes.
- Collaborate with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to resolve technical issues.
- Provide guidance on processing, inspection, and repair of composite and non-metallic components.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to material performance and manufacturing efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in Materials Engineering.
- Candidates with Chemical Engineering,



Polymer Engineering, or Chemistry backgrounds may also be considered.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience working with composite materials and non-metallic systems.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Fibre-reinforced composites
- Thermoset and thermoplastic materials
- Adhesives and structural bonding
- Sealants and resin systems
- Non-metallic to metallic joining methods
- Injection molding
- Compression molding
- Stamp forming processes

Preferred Qualifications:

- Aerospace industry experience.
- Experience supporting manufacturing and production environments.
- Knowledge of materials testing and failure analysis.
- Strong technical writing and presentation skills.

Key Technical Competencies

- Composite materials characterization
- Polymer science
- Material qualification and certification
- Bonded joint design and analysis
- Aerospace manufacturing processes
- Root cause investigation
- Supplier technical support
- Engineering project support

Nice-to-Have Experience

- Carbon fiber composites
- Glass fiber composites
- Honeycomb structures
- Advanced resin systems
- Engine or aerospace structural components
- NDT methods applicable to composite materials

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📌 Senior Materials Engineer (Mississauga)
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