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ERG · 6 days ago

Senior Testing Engineer (Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials)

Indian Head, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $180K/yr

15+ years exp

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides support to federal, state, and commercial clients. They are seeking a Senior Test Engineer to lead testing operations for energetic materials and systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing laboratory operations.

ConsultingEnvironmental ConsultingHealth CareInformation TechnologyPublic Safety

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead and execute testing strategies for energetic materials, ensuring adherence to OP-5: Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore or equivalent safety standards

Manage day-to-day testing operations, laboratory equipment, and personnel with a focus on operational safety, regulatory compliance, and process efficiency

Perform in-depth testing and analysis of energetic systems, chemicals, and formulations to validate performance, quality, and safety

Apply expert knowledge of maintenance techniques and testing procedures relevant to energetic systems and materials

Review and contribute to technical documentation, including technical data packages, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality production documents, and process documentation

Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices for the handling and testing of energetic materials

Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support development, testing, and troubleshooting initiatives

Qualification

Engineering degreeOP-5 safety regulationsTesting methodologiesRegulatory complianceCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, or related field)

15+ years of experience in engineering testing of energetic materials

Working knowledge of OP-5 or equivalent ammunition and explosives safety regulations

Strong understanding of various testing methodologies and maintenance practices for energetics systems and formulations

In-depth knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to energetics testing, development, and manufacturing

Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations