Lead Materials Engineer – Naval Aviation Failure Analysis

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) seeks a senior engineer to develop and lead testing procedures aimed at resolving critical in-service failure modes in Naval aviation. The role also includes mentoring engineers and coordinating technical work with diverse stakeholders.

Candidates should possess advanced materials engineering knowledge, experience with electron microscopy, and strong problem-solving capabilities to guide engineering teams and drive critical fixes.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge in materials engineering.
• Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.
• Experience with electron microscopy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead testing procedures to resolve critical in-service failure modes in Naval aviation.
• Mentor engineers, provide technical direction, and coordinate work with stakeholders.

Skills

Materials Engineering

Testing Procedures

Engineering Guidance

Mentorship

Electron Microscopy

Instrumentation

Aircraft Crash Investigation

Problem Solving

Technical Coordination

Education and Training

Advanced Techniques

Complex Problem Solving

NAVAIR Liaison

Workshops

Seminars

Air Vehicle Engineering

Job description

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division (NAWCTSD) seeks a senior engineer to develop and lead testing procedures aimed at resolving critical in-service failure modes in Naval aviation. The role also includes mentoring engineers and coordinating technical work with diverse stakeholders.

Candidates should possess advanced materials engineering knowledge, experience with electron microscopy, and strong problem-solving capabilities to guide engineering teams and drive critical fixes.