Materials and Process Engineer

Leidos•Huntsville, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for an opportunity to make an impact? At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Materials and Process Engineer to join our team supporting the Advanced Materials Department. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions. If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading! Leidos Defense Systems Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions. To explore and learn more, click here! Are you ready to make an impact? Share your resume with us today! The Advanced Materials Department is a multi-disciplinary team that provides materials engineering expertise for every phase of a program. With backgrounds in materials science, chemistry/chemical engineering, physics, among others, the department has experience in executing a variety of efforts from R&D, to prototype development, to supporting design and build tasks for manufacturing. Beyond subject matter expertise, the department has the analysis equipment, multi-physics modelling capability and experimental lab space to support activities ranging from proof-of-concept experimentation to manufacturing support.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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.