Military Materials Development Engineer

Energy Consulting group; Evendale (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Military Materials Development Engineer to provide materials expertise for cutting-edge technologies in collaboration with military clients. This role involves executing coating development programs, applying principles of chemistry and materials science, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in materials science or chemical engineering and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Join this dynamic team and contribute to the advancement of critical military technologies while enjoying a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development

Competitive Compensation

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in materials science engineering role.
• Ability to obtain DoD Security Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Execute technical coating development programs to reduce risks.
• Collaborate with teams to advance coating technologies.
• Provide technical documentation for peer and customer reviews.

Skills

Materials Science

Chemical Engineering

Technical Documentation

Coating Technologies

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Advanced Degree in Materials Science

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Military Materials Development Engineer will provide materials expertise and technical programmatic execution for key technologies under development in conjunction with our military customers. The candidate will collaborate with personnel from various engineering disciplines, management, and technicians in an office and laboratory environment.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Execute technical coating development programs to reduce technical risks, leveraging domain expertise.
2. Collaborate with teams (materials, design, manufacturing) to advance coating technologies using the TRL/MRL process while meeting milestones.
3. Apply principles of chemistry, physics, and materials science to develop new coating systems with desired performance for metallic and composite materials.
4. Provide technical documentation for peer and customer reviews.
5. Present data at technical meetings and design reviews.
6. Recommend solutions for materials and manufacturing issues to influence designs and improve processes.
7. Document lessons learned and best practices.
8. Communicate developments to leadership and assist in technical roadmap development.
9. Partner with measurement teams to develop new test methods for coating and structure performance.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution.
2. At least 1 year of experience in a materials science engineering role.
3. Ability to obtain DoD Security Secret Clearance.

Desired Characteristics

1. Experience with materials and process development, testing, and selection.
2. Existing DoD Security Top Secret or Secret Clearance.
3. Experience leading technical development programs, managing budgets, and communicating milestones.
4. Advanced degree in Materials Science or related field.
5. Strong communication skills.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Applicants not classified as U.S. Persons must obtain authorization from the U.S. Government to access such information.

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug screen.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes