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General Dynamics Mission Systems · 1 month ago

Advanced Materials & Process Engineer- Composites

Marion, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$113K/yr - $125K/yr

5+ years exp

General Dynamics Mission Systems is a leader in high technology solutions for defense and intelligence services. The Advanced Materials & Process Engineer will lead strategic tasks and projects, support production and development programs, and ensure technical goals are achieved while working closely with esteemed customers.

AerospaceBusiness Information SystemsInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySensor

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead the development of strategic tasks or small projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals

Support Production Program root cause investigations relating to materials and processes, and recommend solutions

Support Development Program qualification testing, including writing test plans, supporting on site testing, and writing test reports

Support Internal Research and Development projects

Understand and interpret the technical, organizational and process aspects of the tasks assigned and relate them to the technical needs of the overall project or organization

Plan and execute small projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects

Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or small projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines

Actively identify technical and organizational risks and ensure that they are included in risk mitigation plans

Participate in the proposal process including preparation of cost estimates and technical writing

Participate in feasibility studies and testing of new and modified designs

Travel will be required (infrequent to up to 10%)

Qualification

Polymer matrix compositesComposite manufacturing processesProcess specifications developmentMaterials testing methodsChemical surface treatmentsQuality/process controlsAnalytic skillsCoatings experienceProblem solving skills

Required

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field

Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required

Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and resin transfer molding (RTM)

Knowledge of the polymer chemistry of epoxy, bismaleimide (BMI), polyimide, and cyanate ester resins as they relate to the processing of pre-impregnated fabrics and unidirectional tapes commonly used in fiber-reinforced composite structure and adhesive systems

Experience with developing and writing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication operations

Experience with composites materials testing and qualification methods, both mechanical and thermal

Knowledge of chemical surface treatments and processes involved in both electroless plating and electroplating on non-metallic surfaces, photosensitive resist application, and metal etching in an industrial environment

Experience in implementing new processes, documentation, quality/process controls, and operator training

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail oriented

Analytic and problem solving skills

Preferred

Experience with coatings a plus

Benefits

Competitive benefits, including 401k matching

Flex time off

Paid parental leave

Healthcare benefits

Health & wellness programs

Employee resource and social groups

Company

General Dynamics Mission Systems

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General Dynamics Mission Systems designs and delivers critical systems and products for defense and cybersecurity customers. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1952

Fairfax, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees