Textile SME

Mlt Systems•Stafford, VA

About The Position

At MLT, we create solutions by empowering our people to fulfill their passion for service. In support of our customer, we are seeking Textile SME (Subject Matter Expert) with experience in supporting clothing certification analysis and design efforts in accordance with program documentation, requirements, and design objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with ten (10) years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred expertise with supporting clothing certification analysis and design efforts in accordance with program documentation and design requirements.
Hold a current Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Support the design of functional, durable, and innovative clothing components and gear to include ensuring designs meet the specific performance and operational requirements.
Collaborate with engineers and material resources to identify appropriate textiles and technologies.
Analyze and validate clothing and gear against military standards, regulations, and specifications.
Support performance testing (e.g. durability, comfort, environmental resistance) to certify clothing. This includes documenting safety and compliance standards.
Will stay informed on advancements in textile technology and design. This includes exploration of sustainable and cost-effective materials that meet performance requirements.
Will work with the program team to identify opportunities to enhance the functionality and efficiency of clothing designs.
Provide detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations on new designs and materials for stakeholders and leadership.
Support the oversight of test events while maintaining detailed records of testing, certification, and revisions for all clothing designs.
Will apply best industry practices and standards, leading-edge technology, and innovative solutions to intractable problems.
Defines key concepts for planning, deployment, integration, operation and/or enhancement of state-of-the-art and/or legacy systems.
Develops and applies highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts. Employs methodologies for guiding others in problem resolution.
Develops and/or reviews study plans and monitors/reports project status.
Functions independently to resolve problems; manages, leads and advises staff members in order to meet established objectives; plans R&D programs and recommends technological application programs to accomplish long range program objectives.
Develops insightful solutions to meet fiscal, technological and schedule constraints.
Possesses unique experience, skills, and expert knowledge in highly specialized technical, functional, and/or process areas within the related discipline.