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General Atomics · 1 week ago

Senior Materials Science Engineer

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $171K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics (GA) is a leading resource for high-technology systems development, including advanced electric and electronic technologies. The Senior Materials Science Engineer will lead a team in testing and evaluating advanced ceramic matrix composite materials for nuclear applications, ensuring adherence to technical requirements and safety protocols.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supports the development of system and subsystem level requirements for ceramic matrix composites for nuclear cladding applications

Develops novel testing and characterization methodologies to capture key ceramic matrix composite performance data under representative conditions

Develops and coordinates the execution of test plans to support ceramic matrix composite development with clearly defined logic, metrics, and timelines

Documents findings and communicates reports and technical presentations at engineering meetings and participates in program reviews

Supports future NTM engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish technical goals

Addresses technical issues utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work

Assumes technical and engineering responsibility for segments or key portions of contracts

Provide technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as a technical contact to customers

Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Qualification

Ceramic matrix compositesMechanical testingTest plan designNuclear materials developmentMulti-scale modelingTeam leadershipCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsDocumentation skillsPresentation skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Must possess general knowledge of thermo-mechanical behavior of ceramic matrix composite materials

Must possess strong understanding and experience in mechanical testing and other material characterization techniques (both destructive and non-destructive)

Must possess the ability to design and execute test plans

Experience leading a team tasked with solving complex engineering challenges

Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems

Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to lead the development of technical project; and support other less experienced staff members working on engineering analyses

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required