The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) · 1 month ago
Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites
Marion, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$50/hr - $66/hr
5+ years expThe Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM) is a large defense contractor seeking an Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites to work from their Marion, VA facility. This role involves leading the development of strategic tasks, supporting production program investigations, and executing small projects while ensuring compliance with budgetary and scheduling guidelines.
Consumer ElectronicsHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the development of strategic tasks or small projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals
Support Production Program root cause investigations relating to materials and processes, and recommend solutions
Support Development Program qualification testing, including writing test plans, supporting on site testing, and writing test reports
Support Internal Research and Development projects
Understand and interpret the technical, organizational and process aspects of the tasks assigned and relate them to the technical needs of the overall project or organization
Plan and execute small projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects
Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or small projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
Actively identify technical and organizational risks and ensure that they are included in risk mitigation plans
Participate in the proposal process including preparation of cost estimates and technical writing
Participate in feasibility studies and testing of new and modified designs
Travel will be required (infrequent to up to 10%)
Qualification
Required
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field
Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required
Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand Client-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and resin transfer molding (RTM)
Knowledge of the polymer chemistry of epoxy, bismaleimide (BMI), polyimide, and cyanate ester resins as they relate to the processing of pre-impregnated fabrics and unidirectional tapes commonly used in fiber-reinforced composite structure and adhesive systems
Experience with developing and writing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication operations
Experience with composites materials testing and qualification methods, both mechanical and thermal
Knowledge of chemical surface treatments and processes involved in both electroless plating and electroplating on non-metallic surfaces, photosensitive resist application, and metal etching in an industrial environment
Experience in implementing new processes, documentation, quality/process controls, and operator training
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail oriented
Analytic and problem solving skills
Preferred
Experience with coatings a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Dependent care flexible spending account
401(k) plan
Voluntary life/short term disability/whole life/term life/accident and critical illness coverage
Employee assistance program
Sick leave in accordance with regulation
Company
The Computer Merchant, LTD (TCM)
The Computer Merchant, LTD®, (TCM) is a Veteran-Owned, nationally recognized Information Technology & Software Engineering staffing and services firm.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Danieli
President & CEO
Recent News
2025-08-25
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