Materials Engineer (Engineer Material Process 1) 23192

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Hawaii; On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Materials Engineer to join their team in Hawaii. This role focuses on evaluating and innovating materials for mission-critical projects. You will work with diverse materials, optimizing their performance for advanced applications. The company offers a supportive environment with competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth. If you're passionate about materials science and eager to contribute to national defense, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Evaluate materials for specialized applications and develop manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize material performance.

Responsibilities

• Innovate new uses for existing materials across various industries.
• Assist in design efforts ensuring materials meet specifications.

Skills

Materials Science

Analytical Skills

Engineering Concepts

Education

Bachelor's in Related Field

High School Diploma

Job description

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Location: Hickam AFB, HI, Hawaii, United States

Requisition Number:23192

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$63,844.00-$90,000.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:MidHI

This opportunity resides with All-Domain Operations (ADO), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. All-Domain Operations comprises multi-domain operations, platforms and logistics, and intelligence operations.

HII designs, develops, integrates and manages the sensors, systems and other assets necessary to support integrated ISR operations and accelerated decision-making. With data fusion and mission management capabilities for the Department of Defense, the combatant commands and the intelligence community, HII advances the mission around the globe.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

HII Mission Technologies has been selected as one of Military.com's "Top 25 Employers for Veterans in 2024" and we are a Forbes Best Large Employer for 2021-2024! Come join our growing team today!

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a Materials Engineer to join our team in Honolulu, Hawaii. This role is responsible for evaluating materials, developing manufacturing processes, and advancing material applications to meet specialized design and performance specifications for mission-critical projects.

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What You Will Do:

• Evaluate materials to develop machinery and manufacturing processes for specialized applications.
• Innovate new uses for existing materials, expanding capabilities across various industries.
• Work with metals, composite materials, ceramics, glass, plastics, polymers, semiconductors, and naturally occurring materials, optimizing their performance.
• Develop composite solutions that meet mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements.
• Assist in design and engineering efforts, ensuring materials meet operational and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and technical specialists to integrate advanced materials into production.
• Apply standard practices and procedures while working under general supervision.

What We're Looking For:

• 0 years experience with Bachelors in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years relevant experience.
• Familiarity with materials science, engineering concepts, and manufacturing practices.
• Ability to work under general supervision, supporting engineering initiatives.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required; must be eligible to obtain TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with developing materials for defense-related applications.
• Strong analytical skills in materials testing, evaluation, and optimization.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
• This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to advanced materials research and engineering, supporting critical defense and security applications.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.