Materials & Processes Engineer II

Sierra Nevada Corporation•Wichita, KS

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Materials & Processes Engineer II, you will play a critical role in developing and testing advanced material solutions for aerospace and defense systems. You will conduct material analyses, develop specifications, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal material performance. The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in material science or a related role.
Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
Proficient understanding of material properties and testing methods.
General understanding of Materials and Process requirements.
Basic experience with Material and Process (M&P) specification development.
Exposure to working in multi-disciplinary design & development teams.
Ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.
U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience with conducting testing using material analysis tools such as spectroscopy, mechanical, and thermal testing equipment and associated software.
Experience developing test plans for evaluating the performance of materials for aircraft and spaceflight applications.
Familiarity with FAA , NASA, and/or DoD material and process (M&P) guidance & regulations.
Knowledge of approved materials allowable databases such as MMPDS, CHM-17, AGATE, NCAMP, and MAPTIS.
Ability to write test reports describing key inputs and outputs of material characterization testing along with supporting data analysis.
Knowledge of environmental requirements for materials utilized in aircraft and space applications (flammability, toxicity, outgassing, design for corrosion, etc.).
Experience providing technical guidance to a diverse team of engineers on issues related to materials and process engineering.
Experience with manufacturing, production, and product support to include disposition of engineering non-conformances.
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, US Department of Defense and/or US Military.

Responsibilities

Develop and evaluate materials for aerospace and defense applications.
Conduct detailed material testing and analysis.
Create and maintain material and process specifications.
Collaborate with design engineers to optimize material selection.
Develop and execute qualification test plans and reports.
Provide technical guidance on material properties and performance.
Applying systematic and logical problem-solving techniques to select materials and processes.
Clearly convey technical information, design specifications, and project updates to team members, stakeholders, and management.
Ability to understand technical documents, designs and test reports.