Materials and Process Engineer

V2X•Indianapolis, IN

2h•Onsite

About The Position

V2X Aerospace Solutions is seeking a Materials and Process Engineer with a chemistry background to support the manufacturing and repair of defense electrical systems. The role involves developing technical solutions to complex problems using ingenuity and creativity, supporting process development, hands-on chemical and materials testing and troubleshooting, materials and component failure analysis, painting and metal finishing operations, and parts obsolescence resolution. The engineer will support multiple projects in a highly collaborative team environment. This position is on-site daily.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Materials Science or Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
0–2 years of experience; internships, co-op programs, or early-career roles are included.
Experience writing and editing technical documents.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings to understand basic assembly functionality and troubleshoot test failures related to materials and processes.
Ability to understand and perform product quality tests to industry-standard test methods and procedures.
Experience using basic diagnostic tools, such as multimeters, pH meters, hardness testers, UV/Vis spectrophotometers, FTIR, and X-ray equipment.
Laboratory experience using standard techniques, including sample preparation, titrations, wet chemistry, weighing, pipetting, and making dilutions.
Ability to understand material technical datasheets and safety datasheets.
Ability to manage multiple, unrelated tasks in an organized manner.
Basic MS Office skills, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.
Experience working in a cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the defense or aerospace industries.
Knowledge of configuration management processes.
Experience developing and maintaining Engineering Technical Data Packages.
Experience developing test procedures and manufacturing routings.
Knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP); SAP is preferred.
Knowledge and experience using Access databases.
Knowledge of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

Answer technical questions related to materials and chemical processes.
Understand the handling and hazards of common workplace chemicals; perform job hazard analyses regarding chemical use and communicate relevant information to engineering and manufacturing personnel.
Work with engineers and manufacturing personnel to address parts and materials issues.
Develop and perform tests on materials and components to determine failure modes, effects, and consequences; develop solutions to address failures and recommendations to resolve manufacturability and materials issues.
Use various types of analytical test equipment to perform testing as required.
Document product testing, failures, and investigations using various photographic methods.
Develop manufacturing procedures to assist technicians with processing products.
Integrate new technology into existing manufacturing processes to improve performance and reduce costs.