Senior Materials Engineer – Defense & Space

GM Defense; Warren (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Defense is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to provide technical leadership in materials selection, qualification, and application for defense-grade vehicle systems. You will ensure compliance with GMW/ASTM/ISO standards and work with cross-functional teams to balance performance, durability, weight, and cost in extreme environments.

The role covers failure analysis, supplier qualification, design reviews, and the development of qualification/test plans for defense and space-relevant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a materials-related field and 5+ years in materials engineering.
• Strong knowledge of metallic materials and/or polymers/composites.
• Experience with material testing and qualification per DoD/aerospace standards.
• U.S. Person status required.

Responsibilities

• Lead materials selection and qualification for defense and space-relevant programs.
• Develop material specs, drawings, and documentation traceability.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on PPAP and DFMEA.
• Conduct failure analyses and root-cause investigations.
• Ensure compliance with DoD and aerospace material standards.

Skills

Materials engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science or related field

Tools

GMW/ASTM/ISO standards

Material characterization

PPAP/DFMEA knowledge

Job description

GM Defense is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to provide technical leadership in materials selection, qualification, and application for defense-grade vehicle systems. You will ensure compliance with GMW/ASTM/ISO standards and work with cross-functional teams to balance performance, durability, weight, and cost in extreme environments.

The role covers failure analysis, supplier qualification, design reviews, and the development of qualification/test plans for defense and space-relevant