Leidos · 13 hours ago
Materials and Process Engineer
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $195K/yr
6+ years expLeidos is a company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions in defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields. They are seeking a Senior Materials and Process Engineer to support the Advanced Materials Department, focusing on material selection, process improvement, and mentoring junior staff.
ComputerGovernmentInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyNational SecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support multiple Leidos programs in the areas of material selection, metallurgy and fabrication, composites, ceramics, process improvement opportunities, root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations, Parts, Materials, & Processes (PM&P) Plans, and qualification activities
Serve as a mentor to junior staff on testing techniques and reviewing data presentations prior to reaching customers
Provide M&P technical insights for bid and proposal activities across the organization
Investigate materials and process non-conformance issues and provide recommended problem resolutions to program management teams
Provide process and program management for programs spanning multiple technical areas
Serve as a liaison between the Advanced Materials Dept and both internal and external customers to ensure all material and process selections, process improvements, and RCCA activities meet program goals and objectives
Manage a variety of materials characterization and mechanical tests, including test planning, writing and editing procedures, and coordinating with customers to ensure tests and investigations meet project objectives
Coordinate with procurement management and subcontracted suppliers to mitigate non-conformances before they occur
Efficiently resolve non-conformances to limit the impact to program schedule and cost
Provide technical expertise during new supplier evaluations to aid in supplier risk analysis
Qualification
Required
Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or one of the Physical Sciences from an ABET accredited institution with 8+ years or Master's Degree with 6+ years applicable experience
Candidates must have a strong technical background in materials processes, materials selection, and/or metallography
Experience managing and executing M&P and materials testing activity directly supporting projects or programs (aerospace or defense preferred)
Must be a resident of North Alabama area or willing to relocate in order to work on-site at the Huntsville, AL office
Candidate must be a US Citizen and possess (and be able to maintain) a DOD Secret Clearance or meet the eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a DOD Secret Clearance
Preferred
Experience working with aerospace systems and materials
Experience working in manufacturing or production environment and/or frequently interfacing with Manufacturing
Experience with process / procedural controls and quality systems
Project Management skills
Experience assembling and providing technical briefings and clear guidance to non-technical audiences
Familiarity with AMS, ASTM, NASA, MIL-STD, ISO 9001/AS 9100, ISO 17025, and/or other industry specifications
Experience with non-metallic, engineered materials, such as polymer- or ceramic-matrix composites, polymers and sealing system, and/or high-temperature ceramics
Company
Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-02-20Post Ipo Debt
2013-09-17IPO
Leadership Team
James Carlini
Chief Technology Officer
Theodore Tanner
Chief Technology Officer
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