Polymer Materials Engineer

Precise Systems, Inc. • Washington, DC • 1h ago

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled workforces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer's needs, no matter how complex - offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.

Precise Systems is seeking to immediately hire a full-time person to join a diverse, multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers to work as a project team member on materials research, environmental effects, and engineering projects. The team includes personnel at NRL's headquarters in Washington, DC (NRLDC), at NRL's blue-water test facility in Key West, FL (NRLKW), as well as offsite personnel from other Navy facilities and collaborating companies in private industry. Work may occur in the office, the laboratory, or the field (including, potentially, shipboard work), as necessary.

Duties:

Develop test data in support of setting requirements and predicting field performance for Navy applicable multi-layer multi-material (metallic and non-metallic) designs of interest with a specific focus on mechanical, structural, and environmental degradation effects of polymer, composite and metallic systems

Responsible for researching, defining, and communicating engineering approaches in order to meet relevant design gaps for use of plastics, composites, elastomers, sealants, and adhesives in the seawater environment.

P erform mechanical testing for material property understanding, as well as produce experimental data to support ongoing research

Develop material qualification specifications.

Use modeling, experimental, and analytical data to inform theory-based investigations

Communicate and interface with cross-functional groups, research leads, program management, technical engineering and key stakeholders with intent to successfully progress research through product delivery phase, which may include practical fleet applications and solutions.

Demonstrated failure mode analysis, root cause investigation, and problem solving for product quality issues.

Required Education:

Undergraduate, Masters degree or Ph.D. in polymer/plastics engineering, materials science/engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemistry.

Required Experience:

3 years' experience in materials research, environmental effects, and engineering projects

Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) modeling.

Experience with MATLAB for data acquisition, analysis and presentation.

Sound knowledge and understanding of physical and mechanical properties and behavior of structural polymers, composites, and adhesives.

Understanding of polymer formulations in order to develop approaches to material screening.

Proven understanding of adhesion science concepts to include adhesive bonding, surface chemistry, and viscoelasticity.

Understanding of polymer/composite degradation and/or accelerated life testing for use in determining root cause mechanisms to predict lifecycle performance.

Desired Education and Experience:

Master's or Ph.D., or a combination of B.S. or M.S. and years of experience in polymer/plastics engineering, materials science/engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemistry.

Experience with polymers/non-metallics in severe exposure environments or naval applications

Experience with structural modeling of polymers in COMSOL Multiphysics.

Excellent written, listening & verbal communication skills.

Proven leadership ability.

Project Management- Excellent data handling, documentation, critical milestone creation, and organization skill.

Experience with automating data acquisition and analysis in MATLAB.

Experience with data acquisition with MATLAB.

Former active-duty Navy or other military service.

Problem-solver willing to learn new skills (in addition to apply skills already mastered).

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.

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