Nuclear Materials Engineer (ES2)

Amentum•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The Engineer will: Perform testing for planned materials used in space nuclear reactors for long duration deep space mission. Conduct tests and processing post test data & analyses. Generate peer reviewed white papers on test results for AIAA and/or JANNAF Conferences. Perform systems level analysis needed to validate test readiness. Review analysis and test results associated with materials development used in nuclear propulsion designs. Some travel may be required. This job involves longer hours during testing. Maintain training on-site and off-site and kept up to date within contract compliance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor with 1-5 years of experience or master’s degree in aerospace, mechanical or nuclear engineering or related field is required.
Degree from an ABET accredited institution preferred.
Ability to attain a security clearance through the Department of Defense if needed later.
Cursory electronics background (e.g., circuit building, avionics for spacecraft).
Hardware Interfaces – can review a schematic and know what we’re trying to accomplish and implement.
Knowledge of nuclear types of fuels and reactors commonly used in such engines.
Experience writing test plans and implementation of them into final test products.

Nice To Haves

Degree from an ABET accredited institution preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform testing for planned materials used in space nuclear reactors for long duration deep space mission.
Conduct tests and processing post test data & analyses.
Generate peer reviewed white papers on test results for AIAA and/or JANNAF Conferences.
Perform systems level analysis needed to validate test readiness.
Review analysis and test results associated with materials development used in nuclear propulsion designs.
Maintain training on-site and off-site and kept up to date within contract compliance requirements.