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Precise Systems, Inc. · 5 months ago

Polymer Materials Engineer

Washington, District of Columbia

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Precise Systems, Inc. is a solutions-based company focused on innovation in support of warfighters. They are seeking a Polymer Materials Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team working on materials research and engineering projects, with responsibilities including developing test data, performing mechanical testing, and communicating with cross-functional groups.

ComputerConsumer ElectronicsInformation TechnologyRoboticsSoftware

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Perform 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

Qualification

Polymer/plastics engineeringMaterials science/engineeringFinite element analysis (FEA)Mechanical testingMATLABAdhesion scienceProject managementCommunicationProblem-solvingLeadership ability

Required

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

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

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred

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)

Company

Precise Systems, Inc.

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.

Founded in 1990

Lexington Park, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees