Sr Specialist, Material Process Engineer

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Specialist in Metallurgical Engineering to enhance critical Defense products. This role involves applying engineering principles to tackle metallurgical challenges, collaborating with project engineers, and supporting design processes. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in metallurgy and materials science, with a commitment to excellence and teamwork. Join a company that values innovation and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact national security. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of Metallurgical/Materials experience required.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Metallurgical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolve metallurgical materials issues and support steel processing.
• Collaborate on supplier process development and conduct failure analyses.
• Provide material selection recommendations and support design processes.

Skills

Metallurgical Engineering

Materials Science

Six Sigma Techniques

Lean Manufacturing

Communication Skills

Technical Presentation

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Metallurgical Engineering

Master's Degree in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Metallurgical Engineer

Job Code: 22753

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris is seeking a Senior Specialist, Materials & Process Engineer with metallurgical engineering experience to support critical Defense products for legacy Production programs and current Engineering and Manufacturing Development programs.

Essential Functions:

Under limited general supervision of the Materials and Process Engineering technical leadership team and/or Program Chief Engineer, apply knowledge of engineering and scientific principles to resolve metallurgical materials related issues, utilize six sigma techniques, lean manufacturing process knowledge and sound decision-making principles to perform the following duties:

• Utilize steel metallurgy and thermal processing fundamentals to support steel rocket motor case processing, qualification and product acceptance.
• Analyze a wide range of metal characteristics such as grain size, structure and phases, presence and types of intermetallic compounds, as well as defects related to manufacturing in accordance with drawing/specification requirements.
• Responsible for collaborating with project engineers on supplier process development and demonstrate the capability to conduct failure analyses linked to materials and thermal processing issues.
• Develop, modify, improve and troubleshoot processes associated with the fabrication of steel motor cases in all stages of the production process.
• Support design process by providing material selection recommendations, creating material specifications, reviewing design drawings, reviewing manufacturing planning, providing supplier technical support and supporting Engineering Review Boards, Process Change Boards, Failure Review Boards customer technical interchange meetings.
• This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
• Travel: 25%.
• Ability to obtain a US Security Clearance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior Metallurgical/Materials experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior Metallurgical/Materials experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior Metallurgical/Materials experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Bachelor's in Metallurgical Engineering or Materials Science is preferred.
• Master's degree in one of the above disciplines is preferred.
• Strong communication, technical presentation, teamwork, and Microsoft Office skills is preferred.

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