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APR Consulting · 1 month ago

Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites

Marion, VA

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$64.29/hr - $64.29/hr

5+ years exp

APR Consulting Inc is working with a DoD/Aerospace client seeking to fill an Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites position in Marion, VA. The role involves leading development tasks, supporting production investigations, and executing qualification testing to meet technical goals.

ConsultingCRMHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySmall and Medium BusinessesStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead development of strategic tasks or small projects to meet technical goals

Support production program investigations related to materials and processes; recommend solutions

Develop and execute qualification testing (test plans, on-site support, reporting)

Contribute to internal R&D projects and feasibility studies

Prepare cost estimates and technical content for proposals

Identify and mitigate technical and organizational risks

Travel up to 10% as required

Qualification

Polymer matrix compositesComposite material testingProcess specifications developmentPolymer chemistryChemical surface treatmentsAnalytical skillsOperator trainingProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field

5+ years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years of experience

Active or ability to obtain: DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable timeframe

U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of work and access to classified information

Preferred

Polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes (hand lay-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, RTM)

Polymer chemistry of epoxy, BMI, polyimide, and cyanate ester resins for pre-preg fabrics and tapes

Developing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication

Composite material testing and qualification (mechanical and thermal)

Chemical surface treatments, electroless/electroplating on non-metallic surfaces, and metal etching

Implementing new processes, quality controls, and operator training

Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; strong analytical/problem-solving skills

Experience with coatings is a plus

Company

APR Consulting

APR Consulting is a nationally recognized, award-winning provider of talent acquisition and workforce solutions, helping organizations simplify, scale, and optimize their operations.

Founded in 1980

Diamond Bar, California, USA

201-500 employees