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Sierra Lobo, Inc. · 1 day ago

Materials Engineer II/III

US-NM-White Sands Test Facility, Las Cruces

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Sierra Lobo, Inc. offers a range of professional and technical capabilities, and they are seeking a Materials Engineer II/III to support the Materials Technology Laboratory at NASA’s White Sands Test Facility. The successful candidate will provide technical support including materials characterization, mechanical testing, and failure analysis services, while also ensuring compliance with safety standards.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Contribute key technical support to the Materials Technology Group

Provide materials characterization, mechanical testing, nondestructive testing, corrosion evaluation, materials selection, and failure analysis services

Technical consultation to internal and external customers

Interpretation of codes and specifications

Development of laboratory procedures

Preparation and presentation of formal documents such as reports, standards, and other technical papers

Analyze test data

Apply fundamental NDE techniques such as liquid penetrant, radiography, and ultrasonics

Experience with SEM/EDS analysis techniques

Qualification

Materials EngineeringNondestructive TestingSEM/EDS AnalysisTest Data AnalysisCorrosion EvaluationTechnical ConsultationReport PreparationMS Office ProficiencyCommunication SkillsProject Leadership

Required

Must be a U.S Citizen

Must possess a valid state driver's license

Must pass a Federal background investigation

Must be able to pass a physical examination as determined by the NASA White Sands Test Facility and the Company for the job classification

Must submit to pre-employment drug testing

Must maintain site access to NASA facilities and computer systems

BS degree in Materials Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program

2-5 years (level II) or 5-10 years (level III) of related engineering experience

Proficiency with MS Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Ability to analyze test data and apply fundamental NDE techniques such as liquid penetrant, radiography, and ultrasonics

Experience with SEM/EDS analysis techniques

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadline requirements

Regular attendance and punctuality is required

Preferred

Additional experience in pursuit of a graduate degree in Science, Materials Science, or Materials Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program

Previous experience involving material compatibility with hypergolic propellants

Previous Project Leadership experience, particularly projects performed at WSTF