Materials Engineer

This position requires at least one year of specialized experience at the DP-03 (GS-9-11 equivalent) level in federal, public, or private sectors.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Study and analyze polymer matrix composites and neat polymer materials, including thermoplastics, BMI, and thermosets.
• Apply engineering principles related to design, strength & fatigue, manufacturing & quality, technical data, safety, and configuration management.
• Understand systems engineering concepts, life-cycle phases, and associated documentation, analyses, and reviews.
• Conduct failure analysis for composite and polymeric materials, utilizing test data, imagery, and documentation.
• Collaborate with fleet activities, other SYSCOMs, and industry partners to align operational material requirements with emergent processes.
• Provide analysis and responses during the development and review of program Contractor Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs) and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• *Required Skills & Knowledge:**
• General understanding of the DoD acquisition process and interrelationships among fleet/field activity organizations.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and peers, demonstrating leadership, tact, and sound judgment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to create oral presentations and author written reports.