Engineer Material Process 4

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA

15h•$128,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineer Material Process analyzes, researches, designs, and develops materials and related fabrication and application processes to optimize materials for engineering designs and use in structures, systems, and subsystems. The role applies chemistry, physics, and material behavior principles to develop metallic, non-metallic, and composite materials, processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes, material properties, design allowables, and quality engineering specifications. Material analyses may include component and system failure analysis, life predictions, and defining requirements. The role may also review and approve subcontractor material-processing procedures. Within the E33 Technology team, this technical leader will develop and run high-level projects advancing the Blast/Coatings and Special Hull Treatment commodities at Newport News Shipbuilding. Responsibilities span concept generation, stakeholder engagement, project definition, funding approval, and execution. The position requires strong working knowledge of blast and paint processes from technical, operational, equipment, and facilities perspectives, as well as proactive technology scouting and collaboration with vendors and management at all levels to bring projects to completion.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience, or a master's degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience, or a Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.
A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program is required by Newport News Shipbuilding.
Strong working knowledge of blast and paint processes from technical, operational, equipment, and facilities standpoints.
U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of AMPP standards and guides.
Working knowledge of critical coated records.
AMPP certifications such as C1, CIP-1, or CIP-2.
Proficiency with blast and paint processes.
Ability to work regularly with all levels of management.
Self-motivation and ability to efficiently execute high-visibility projects.
Familiarity with Special Hull Treatment drawings, processes, manufacturing, and installation equipment.
High proficiency in technical writing and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze, research, design, and develop materials and related fabrication and application processes.
Develop and optimize materials for engineering design and application in structures, systems, and subsystems.
Develop metallic, non-metallic, and composite materials, processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes, material properties, design allowables, and quality engineering specifications.
Perform or support material analyses, including failure analysis, life predictions, and definition of requirements.
Review and approve subcontractor material-processing procedures as needed.
Develop and lead high-level projects advancing Blast/Coatings and Special Hull Treatment commodities.
Generate concepts, obtain stakeholder input, define projects, secure funding approval, and execute projects.
Scout technologies and work with vendors and management at all levels to complete projects.