Senior Materials Engineer, Space Systems & Optics

KBR, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

A leading national security firm in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to provide technical expertise and lead projects focused on aerospace materials for defense systems. This role involves collaboration with a diverse team, applying advanced knowledge to ensure material performance in space environments. The ideal candidate has a strong background in materials engineering, holds a bachelor's degree, and possesses relevant experience. The company offers competitive benefits and values diversity and integrity in the workplace.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• 8+ years of experience in materials engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for material selection.
• Lead project teams to test materials for space vehicles.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure material decisions align with mission needs.

Skills

Knowledge of materials and processes for aerospace

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in materials engineering or related STEM field

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

MS Office

Job description

A leading national security firm in Chantilly, Virginia, is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to provide technical expertise and lead projects focused on aerospace materials for defense systems. This role involves collaboration with a diverse team, applying advanced knowledge to ensure material performance in space environments. The ideal candidate has a strong background in materials engineering, holds a bachelor's degree, and possesses relevant experience. The company offers competitive benefits and values diversity and integrity in the workplace.