Metallurgist & Materials Science Engineer

Vision Point Systems is seeking a Materials Science Engineer with expertise in metallurgy and 0-5 years of experience performing metallurgical studies in a laboratory environment. This position will primarily support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division's advanced manufacturing branch, focused on additively manufactured Naval structural steels and other corrosion‑resistant alloy systems. Highly qualified candidates will demonstrate a fundamental understanding of physical metallurgy, mechanical properties, and failure analysis.

• Metallographic sample preparation: sectioning, mounting, grinding/polishing, etching, and light‑optical microscopy of grain structures, precipitates, or other features of interest.
• Evaluating the microstructure of additively manufactured materials, including failure analysis of microstructural defects.
• Operating testing equipment for metallurgical studies, e.g., hardness, dilatometry, calorimetry.
• Operating an SEM and using associated detectors for microstructural investigation such as EDS, WDS, and EBSD.
• Data analysis, modeling, and visualization using R, Python, or similar software.

• Assisting with the design, manufacturing, and post‑processing of additively manufactured components.
• Thermomechanical and microstructural modeling of additive manufacturing processes through commercial ICME tools.
• Technical writing support for additive manufacturing project proposals, journal articles, and/or standards document development.
• Analyzing large datasets using Python, machine learning, or similar methodologies.

• 0‑5 years of experience in a metallurgical lab environment.
• Bachelor's degree in metallurgy, materials science/engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. US citizenship required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills at a professional level.

• A master's degree with concentration in ferrous metallurgy and/or experience in ferrous metallurgy and steel characterization.

Full‑time employees with Vision Point Systems qualify for a generous benefits plan to include medical, dental, life insurance equal to 1x your salary, short‑term and long‑term disability. VPS also offers 401(k) participation and matching. Highly contributing team members are rewarded with flexible work hours, travel, and training opportunities when available.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.