Engineer Material Process 4

Ingalls Shipbuilding•Newport News, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes to develop and optimize materials for use in engineering design of and/or application in structures, systems and subsystems. Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes. Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications. Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications. May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures. This position is intended for E33 Coatings Technology and Material Engineering Department. The incumbent will perform engineering services and troubleshooting for surface preparation and coatings application across all programs supported by E33 at NNS and off-site. This position requires effective communication with internal and external customers (Electric Boat, Navy, Supervisor of Shipbuilding and Suppliers). The incumbent must be able and willing to work in an industrial environment and occasionally support off-shift and/or weekend duties.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience
Master's Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
US Citizenship Required

Nice To Haves

Directly supports waterfront activities (includes potential nights, weekends, and offsite work)
Comprehensive understanding of surface preparation and coatings processes
Must be willing to work in industrial environments
Strong communication and project management skills
Established network with internal and external customers
Understands the use of basic tools and small machinery
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
SSPC/NACE/AMPP Certifications

Responsibilities

Analyzes, researches, designs and develops materials and their related fabrication and application processes
Applies principles of chemistry, physics, and material behavior to develop metallic, non-metallic and composite material and processing specifications, fabrication and assembly processes
Develops, analyzes and applies material properties and design allowables, processing processes and quality engineering specifications
Material analyses may include failure analysis of components, systems and subsystems, life predictions, and definition and requirement specifications
May review and approve subcontractor material processing procedures
Perform engineering services and troubleshooting for surface preparation and coatings application across all programs supported by E33 at NNS and off-site
Effective communication with internal and external customers
Work in an industrial environment and occasionally support off-shift and/or weekend duties