M&P Engineer (Materials Certification)

Role Overview

Our company is developing cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft, constantly pursuing innovative technology to realize the future of aerial mobility.

We are looking for an M&P Engineer (Materials Certification) to manage the certification of materials currently used in our aircraft, in addition to conducting research and development (R&D) of new materials and technologies for next-generation aircraft. This is a highly rewarding position where you will work closely with the design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure our technological superiority.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute certification plans for materials (metals, composites, specialty materials) and processes used in aircraft.
• Manage testing and evaluation required for certification and perform technical reviews.
• Liaise and negotiate with aviation regulatory authorities (e.g., JCAB, FAA) to obtain approval for the certification process.
• Collaborate with suppliers and external testing laboratories to ensure the quality and reliability of materials and processes.
• Create and approve technical documentation and reports required for certification.
• Investigate and evaluate high-performance, lightweight new materials and innovative processes for future eVTOL airframes.

Essential Skills

• Experience in R&D or technical evaluation of materials (metals, composites, etc.)

Desirable Skills

• Experience in M&P (Materials & Processes) or materials certification within the aviation industry.
• Practical knowledge of and experience with aviation standards and regulations (e.g., FAA Part 25, AS9100, NADCAP).
• Experience in liaising/negotiating with aviation regulatory authorities.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification experience in a new aircraft program.
• Knowledge of Fracture Mechanics and Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI).
• Experience in evaluating new materials or in R&D projects for new technologies.
• Experience operating a Quality Management System (QMS).
• Business-level English and Japanese proficiency.

Skills for Collaborative Success

• Excellent problem-solving skills and logical thinking to handle complex technical challenges.
• A self-starter who can independently generate ideas and proceed after confirming with their manager.
• Strong curiosity and drive to proactively acquire necessary knowledge.
• Tenacity and persistence to successfully solve highly challenging problems.
• Strong drive and coordination skills to move projects forward across different departments.

Type of Employment

• Permanent Employee or Contract Employee
• Probationary period: 3~6 month

Place of Employment

• Nagoya Airport Office: Nagoya Airport Terminal Building 2nd floor, Toyoba, Toyoyama-Cho, Nishikasugai, Aichi Prefecture
  • Measures to Prevent Secondhand Smoke: Smoking Room Provided
• Toyota Base - Asahi, Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture
  • Measures to Prevent Secondhand Smoke: Not Available
• Scope of Change: Places determined by the Company (including places where telework is performed)

Working Hours

• Flextime or Discretionary labor system
  • In the case of flextime: No core time
  • In case of Discretionary Labor System: Specialized Class Deemed working hours per day: 10 hours
• Basic working hours: Start 9:00　End 18:00（Including 1hour break time）
  • Overtime Work: Available

Holidays

• 115 days off per year（Saturday / Sundays / Newyear holidays（12/29～1/3） / Company designated holidays）
• Annual paid leave
• Refresh leave (Granted after 1, 3, 4, 5 years of service)

Salary

• Estimated Annual Salary: JPY 7,000,000- JPY 10,000,000
• Monthly Salary: JPY 584,000- JPY 834,000
  • Includes fixed overtime pay for 45 hours, amounting to JPY 202,181 - JPY 288,754
    *Additional overtime pay will be provided for hours exceeding the fixed overtime.
• To be determined based on skills, experience, and abilities

Expenses

• Commuting allowance, business trip allowance, moving allowance, etc.
• Relocation Packages
  *There are some conditions.

Social Insurance

• Health insurance
• Employee pension (according to Japan standards)
• Employment insurance
• Worker’s accident compensation insurance

Scope of Work Change

• Reassignment may occur to any other work.