Materials Engineer

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The Materials Engineer position is part of the engineering organization supporting NASA Materials and Processes (M&P) requirements for space flight hardware. The Materials Engineer will support the research, development, qualification, and sustainment of materials used in the assembly and component design of space systems products. Responsibilities include supporting polymeric and solvent‑based material systems, participating in M&P testing, verification, and documentation efforts, and assisting with investigations of material non‑conformances and materials‑related on‑orbit issues.

The role operates under moderate supervision, with clearly defined guidelines and procedures, while offering meaningful latitude for independent technical judgement and problem solving. This position provides hands‑on exposure to real‑world materials behaviour in a regulated, mission‑critical environment and regular collaboration with manufacturing, quality, and design teams—making it well suited for early‑career engineers seeking technical depth, accountability, and long‑term growth in materials and process engineering.

• Employ established science and engineering principles in the research, design and development of materials and processes for space flight hardware
• Maintain a detailed knowledge and understanding of softgood materials, their testing, and manufacturing processes, specifically for space flight applications
• Generate and maintain engineering and material control documents to ensure compliance with space flight hardware requirements including material drawings, Material Identification and Usage Lists, flight or material waivers (including Material Usage Agreements and Material Review Board waivers), and other program documentation related to material/product definition and control
• Identify, evaluate, and define material requirements and generate specifications
• Perform materials testing/analysis and generate testing/analysis documentation
• Effectively present materials engineering information to team members as well as cross‑functional partners and external clients/ customers as necessary

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Must be able to access shared databases with U.S. Government programs (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident)
• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Science, Textile Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering or a closely related field
• Relevant experience in materials engineering, manufacturing, laboratory, or process support roles (co ‑ op, internship, or senior design experience considered)
• Foundational understanding of polymers, elastomers, coatings, or solvent ‑ based material systems; hands ‑ on laboratory or production exposure preferred
• Familiarity with technical documentation such as material specifications, work instructions, test methods, or M&P requirements (NASA or aerospace exposure a plus, but not required)
• Proficiency with standard engineering tools, including word processing and spreadsheet software; introductory CAD skills and basic 3D modeling experience desirable
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with engineers, technicians, and cross ‑ functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions, including manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams
• Willingness…