Director, Materials Engineering

Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine's speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.


Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role can be located at our Centennial, Colorado facility.

Role Overview

The Director of Materials Engineering will lead a cross-functional team with significant technical depth to execute complex, long-term research and development programs in the areas of materials science. This role will have direct leadership responsibility over a team that is conducting cutting-edge work that enables advanced manufacturing capabilities, specifically additive manufacturing. The Director will work closely with the Director of Manufacturing Process Engineering and other teams to ensure project milestones are met and the team has the resource capabilities needed to be successful.

What You'll Do...

• The Director of Materials Engineering leads a cross-functional team to execute advanced research and development programs in materials science, driving innovation to support additive manufacturing capabilities
• This role collaborates closely with manufacturing process engineering and other teams to align project goals and timelines, while overseeing project planning, budgeting, and milestone delivery
• This role directs metallurgical labs across sites to ensure operational excellence
• The Director provides technical guidance and subject matter expertise in materials science and post-processing techniques
• They communicate program status and risks to executive stakeholders
• They ensure adherence to project and change management best practices
• The position fosters a culture of flexibility, agility, and continuous improvement
• They identify and implement process enhancements to improve equipment performance and material quality

You have...

• 10+ years' experience leading technical project teams
• 15+ years' experience executing technical projects
• Jet engine design, analysis, or materials engineering experience
• Subject matter expertise in materials science, and related post-processes
• Experience managing complex projects on time and within budget while managing the expectations of multiple stakeholders
• Ability to develop and deliver program updates to executive stakeholders
• Strong understanding of project and changing management principles
• Experience working within a toll gate review process for development projects
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and agility in a growing company
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in a related field or equivalent, relevant experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. Citizenship is required, as only U.S. Citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice to have...

• Advanced materials science and engineering knowledge
• Experience in material application engineering
• Experience working in a development setting
• Experience in manufacturing programs
• Experience with material post-processing
• Experience with troubleshooting and improving equipment and processes
• Experience in or around a metallurgical laboratory
• Structured problem-solving experience
• Lean knowledge and/or experience

If this sounds like you, please submit an application with your resume. This could be the opportunity you are looking for to expand your skills, contribute to a winning team, and work with talented people who love what they do and take pride in our mission.


In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $156,938-$220,163 base salary. Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.


Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life, and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one. We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match. Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.

Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.