Fire Engineer

Battelle • TYNDALL AFB, FL

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Fire Engineer to support Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts in support of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) Airbase Technologies Program. This position is located on-site at Tyndall Air Force Base, near Panama City, FL. The successful candidate will primarily support the Fire and Emergency Services (FES) Engineering team in efforts related to U.S. Air Force firefighter requirements, specifically related to new firefighting agents, and extinguishment systems in various military settings (hangars, vehicles, etc).
Active areas of research include, but are not limited to:
1) Firefighting agents, dispersal techniques and equipment
2) New fire suppression agents and technologies
3) Firefighter training
4) Management of FES operations

Requirements

• BS in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, fire protection engineering or equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Proactive, self-starter who can work independently and in a team environment
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Knowledge of fire research and/or firefighting practices

Responsibilities

• Performs RDT&E of moderate complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications
• Designs experimentation procedures for evaluation of fire extinguishment systems, including instrumentation, and data collection from field testing
• Performs engineering analysis of data collected and presents findings via technical reports
• Performs standardized chemical analysis of firefighting agents
• Design, develop, and operate chemical processes, instrumentation, and equipment to ensure effectiveness in engineering and design. Perform trials, tests, and/or experiments to support RDT&E activities.

Benefits

• Compressed work schedule
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Wellness incentives and benefits
• Optional supplemental benefits
• Coverage for partners
• Gender-affirming care and health support
• Family formation support
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level