About the job
About Canopy Aerospace & Defense
Canopy Technologies serves as the innovative research and development engine for Canopy Aerospace and Defense, driving advancements in cutting-edge materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. Our specialized materials, components, and systems cater to re-entry vehicles, rockets, spacecraft, submarines, and more. With a focus on advanced signal attenuation technologies and large-scale manufacturing, we expedite the deployment of platforms that are faster, cooler, and quieter. Our commitment to rapid innovation includes developments in hypersonic thermal protection systems, embedded high-temperature sensors, robotically applied ceramic coatings, and novel ceramics through additive manufacturing. Our adaptive methodologies ensure that we meet evolving challenges, keeping our clients at the forefront of technology.
You will collaborate closely with leadership, program management, and engineering teams, overseeing comprehensive test campaigns across aerospace and maritime systems. Your primary objective will be to guarantee that systems fulfill stringent performance criteria while remaining economically viable and scalable. This role is highly cross-functional and hands-on, necessitating expertise in GSE/tooling design, advanced instrumentation, live test operations, and direct interaction with both commercial and government stakeholders, including leading design reviews.
Success in this position requires strong first-principles thinking, practical engineering expertise, and the ability to swiftly transition from concept to validated outcomes.
