Hull Treatment Materials Engineer

Peraton; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Hull Treatment Materials Engineer in North Bethesda, MD to support the US Navy's submarine force. This role involves hands-on engineering, designing and manufacturing prototypes, and leading teams in the shipyard. Candidates should have a BS in Engineering with relevant experience and an active DOD Secret Clearance. The position offers a target salary range of $86,000 - $138,000, emphasizing hands-on work, polymer processing, and leadership traits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in engineering, 3 years with MS/MA.
• Demonstrated interest in hands-on work through academic or work experience.
• Active DOD Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on engineering in support of the US Navy's submarine force.
• Design and manufacture prototype articles and molds.
• Lead teams in shipyard installation and testing.

Skills

Hands-on work

Leadership traits

Polymer processing

Acoustics

Education

BS Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, Chemical)

Job description

Hull Treatment Materials Engineer

Location: US-MD-West Bethesda

Responsibilities

What you will do:

• Perform hands‑on engineering in support of the US Navy's submarine force.
• Design and manufacture prototype articles and molds.
• Work side‑by‑side with other engineers, technicians, and shipyard personnel producing, installing, and testing advanced polymer items.
• Use a range of hand tools to fabricate, install, and evaluate test articles.
• Interface with government, contractor, and shipyard personnel on technical and schedule requirements.
• Lead teams of engineers and technicians in shipyard installation and testing.
• Travel to public shipyards and other locations possible for two week periods.

Qualifications

What you will need:

• BS Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering with GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred) and 5+ years experience, 3 years with MS/MA.
• Demonstrated interest in hands‑on work through academic or work experience.
• Experience with polymer processing is a bonus.
• Experience or coursework in acoustics also a bonus.
• Demonstrated leadership traits through task supervision or social / athletic group membership (Team Captain, Club Officer, Scouting, etc.) is a plus.
• Requires Active DOD Secret Clearance.

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000.