Materials & Process Engineer

Overview Job Title: Materials & Process Engineer Job Location: Torrance, CA Salary: $100,000-$165,000/yr DOE Stellant is excited to offer a MATERIALS & PROCESSES ENGINEER position at our Torrance facility. We are an industry leader in high-performance RF technology, supporting terrestrial and spaceborne communications, electronic warfare, and radar missions. Responsibilities This role will be primarily tasked with providing engineering support for materials and processes, including welding (Laser, TIG, and Resistance), soldering, brazing, precision chemical cleaning, plating, and laboratory testing. You will serve as a liaison with groups such as Engineering, Quality, Program Management, Operations, Suppliers, and Supply Chain. In this multi-faceted position, the focus will be on improving and developing welding processes to meet functional requirements with the highest quality and consistency. The successful candidate will troubleshoot process problems, interface with internal and external customers, write specifications and procedures, develop and revise weld schedules, and train operators on processing techniques. Additional support may be provided with cleaning, plating, brazing, soldering, adhesives, paints, machining, and metallizing. Extensive laboratory activities will consist of SEM, XPS, microscopy, DSC, XRF, and X-Rays, as well as small-scale laboratory tests. Qualifications Level III: requires a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience Level IV: requires a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience Level V: requires a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a closely related field. Strong knowledge of metals, joining methods, and metallurgical concepts, with hands‑on experience in Brazing, Soldering, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), and Laser Welding. Proven experience in precision chemical cleaning and plating processes. Demonstrated ability to develop welding schedules and specifications. Deep understanding of engineering materials specific to a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with materials, laboratory equipment, and test plan execution. Capability to draft Materials and Processes (M&P) engineering documents, including procurement specifications and assembly instructions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment, meet tight deadlines, and coordinate multiple tasks effectively. Strong technical problem‑solving skills with a proven track record of working closely with production personnel. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. To con‑form to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR). #J-18808-Ljbffr Stellant Systems, Inc.