Job Title: Application Engineer

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Employment Type: On-site / Full-time (see details below)

Citizenship: US citizenship is required due to Vibrant’s DoW-funded government contacts and export-controlled projects. Only applicants who are US citizens will be considered.

Pay Rate: $75,000 to $90,000 annually

Job Purpose

As a member of the Application Engineer (AE)Team, the Process Compensation Resonance Testing (PCRT) Cert II AE is responsible for the analysis of resonance frequency data and the implementation of resonance-based non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions for customer components. This position will have hands on day-to-day responsibilities for PCRT development and service activities along with working to improve the safety and reliability of critical systems, and support customer implementation of our solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze resonance testing data from customer components.
• Configure, implement, deploy, and support resonance inspection solutions.
• Support design, manufacturing, and evaluation of resonance testing systems.
• Test, evaluate and troubleshoot resonance inspection systems.
• Travel domestically and internationally to customer and collaborator facilities; up to 30% travel time.
• Build strong relationships with customers for the support and expansion of resonance inspection solutions.
• Research and improve hardware and/or methods for resonance-based NDE.
• Design and perform experiments, parametric studies, and multi-variable analyses.
• Comply with the AS9100 quality system, including recommending improvements to processes and procedures.
• Adhere to FAA Part 145 Repair Station requirements and procedures.
• Compose written reports and proposals for internal and external communication.
• Give presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Other activities as assigned.

Qualifications, Requirements and Skills

• Ability to adhere to a DoT/FAA drug and alcohol testing program.
• Strong analytical mindset, data-driven decision making.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• BS in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, Math, Computer Science.
• At least five years of full-time work experience in engineering, manufacturing, quality, maintenance, or related fields in the aerospace, power generation, automotive, or similar industries.
• Bonus/Asset: Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.

Highlight experience in these areas with your cover letter and/or resume

• Nondestructive evaluation experience
• Understanding of resonance, dynamics, and material behavior (metals, non-metals, AM)
• Materials/metallurgy experience
• Additive manufacturing experience
• Experience in vibrations and/or dynamics
• Experience in manufacturing and/or maintenance, repair and overhaul of aircraft engines or aircraft wheel and brake systems
• Proficiency in ANSYS, COMSOL, Abaqus, or other FEM software
• Proficiency in Matlab, Python, C++, or other programming languages
• Proficiency in Solidworks, NX, PTC Creo or other 3D solid modeling software
• Proficiency with Power BI in creating interactive dashboards that translate complex datasets into actionable business insights.

Compensation

Compensation is dependent on your qualifications, experience, and skill set.

How to Apply

Email resume with cover letter to jobs@vibrantndt.com. No hand deliveries or phone inquiries accepted.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Vibrant Corporation to afford equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, marital status, religious persuasion, creed, political beliefs, national origin, or a disability that does not prohibit performance of an essential job function, or any other category protected by federal or state laws.

Company Information

Vibrant Corporation is a high-tech non-destructive evaluation (NDE) services company. Our technology uses the resonant frequencies of a part combined with advanced pattern recognition algorithms to inspect critical aerospace, power generation and automotive components for structural integrity. Vibrant serves the leading players in the global aerospace industry, including aircraft manufacturers, aircraft engine manufacturers, international airlines, and the U.S. Department of War.

Since our beginning in 2006 we have become an important part of the growing New Mexico Aerospace Cluster. Vibrant is growing rapidly. We have been consistently listed among the fastest growing technology companies in New Mexico by the New Mexico Flying 40 and Albuquerque Business First.

Careers at Vibrant provide the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-moving small business environment. Vibrant employees develop a diverse set of skills. Most importantly, the work done at Vibrant makes a real difference by improving the safety and reliability of critical systems, such as passenger airliners, power generation units, and automobiles, for their operators and the people who depend on them.

Keywords

Non-destructive inspection, Non-destructive evaluation, Non-destructive testing, NDI, NDE, NDT, Inspection systems, Engineering, Engineer, Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, MRO, Aerospace, Automotive, Power generation, Aircraft, Engine, Resonance, Vibration, Dynamics

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person