Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time.  Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

Lead the development of strategic tasks or small projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals Support Production Program root cause investigations relating to materials and processes, and recommend solutions

Support Development Program qualification testing, including writing test plans, supporting on site testing, and writing test reports

Support Internal Research and Development projects

Understand and interpret the technical, organizational and process aspects of the tasks assigned and relate them to the technical needs of the overall project or organization Plan and execute small projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or small projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines Actively identify technical and organizational risks and ensure that they are included in risk mitigation plans Participate in the proposal process including preparation of cost estimates and technical writing

Participate in feasibility studies and testing of new and modified designs Travel will be required (infrequent to up to 10%)KNOWLEDGE

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and resin transfer molding (RTM)
Knowledge of the polymer chemistry of epoxy, bismaleimide (BMI), polyimide, and cyanate ester resins as they relate to the processing of pre-impregnated fabrics and unidirectional tapes commonly used in fiber-reinforced composite structure and adhesive systems

Experience with developing and writing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication operations

Experience with composites materials testing and qualification methods, both mechanical and thermal

Knowledge of chemical surface treatments and processes involved in both electroless plating and electroplating on non-metallic surfaces, photosensitive resist application, and metal etching in an industrial environment Experience in implementing new processes, documentation, quality/process controls, and operator training

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail oriented

Analytic and problem solving skills

Experience with coatings a plus Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s…