This position requires an in-depth understanding of adhesive chemistry, bonding mechanism, surface preparation as well as an understanding of the development of material and process specification for aircraft application and associated FAA certification requirements. Experience working with either with an ODA or directly with the FAA is a plus.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in development, qualification, and certification of adhesives for aircraft interior components including structural and non-structural application
- Experienced in creating, maintaining the specification and processing specification for aircraft interior materials
- Proficient in analytical instruments (FTIR, TGA, DSC, DMA) of the characterization of adhesive, and able to understand and interpret the test data
- Capable of resolving issues related to the adhesive in a timely manner
- Demonstrated experience working with suppliers in new adhesive development
- Thorough knowledge of adhesives, sealants, tapes for aircraft interior application
- Proficient with CMH-17 procedures and capable to perform statistically analysis of testing data and generates design allowables of aircraft interior materials
- Strong communication skills in both of technical writing and reading
