Jobs in Huntsville, AL

About the role

We are seeking a  Senior Composite Engineer to join our team working on the ESSCA contract with NASA! This role supports composite structures design, analysis, and manufacturing for NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) programs. This position is ideal for a strong composites engineer looking to grow into MSFC-specific requirements and advanced spaceflight applications. Must be a US citizen and have a STAR ID.

What you'll bring

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace, mechanical, materials engineering, or related field.
• 10–15+ years of experience working with composite materials and structural components.
• Experience with composite laminate design, basic FEA, and mechanical/thermal load assessment.
• Hands-on familiarity with composite manufacturing processes such as autoclave layup, AFP/ATL, or RTM/VARTM.
• Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools (CATIA, NX, SolidWorks, Abaqus, ANSYS, or Nastran).
• Ability to work within structured engineering processes and deliver high‑quality technical documentation.
• Experience supporting spaceflight, launch vehicle, or defense composite structures.
• Exposure to cryogenic composites, pressure vessels, or large‑scale aerospace structures.
• Familiarity with NASA/MSFC standards or similar government requirements.
• Experience with NDI methods such as UT, thermography, or X‑ray.
• Scripting or automation experience (Python, MATLAB).
• JBS participates in E-Verify.