Tualatin, OR 97062 • (40.9 miles) • Full Time • 9/16/2026

Description: Ascentec Engineering is seeking a highly experienced Director or Senior Manager of Research & Development – Friction Stir Welding (FSW)to lead the expansion of the company's advanced joining technology capabilities and establish Ascentec as a premier development and manufacturing partner for aerospace, defense, space, and military applications.This role will be responsible for developing and executing the company's FSW technology roadmap, advancing process capabilities, leading customer-funded and internally funded R&D programs, and creating differentiated manufacturing solutions that support growth in defense markets, including missile systems, munitions, launch systems, hypersonics, aerospace structures, naval systems, next-generation defense platforms, and nuclear plant wel