Senior Injection Molding Process Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred,

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is obtainable within a reasonable amount of time after hire. 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.

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As a Materials & Process Engineer - Composites (Sr Mech Engr) for the ACS in Marion VA, you’ll be a member of our M&P dept., a cross functional team responsible for:

• 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

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-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

What sets you apart:

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail oriented
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
• Creative thinker capable of leading a team in the preparation of project design, testing, and prototype fabrication
• Analytic and problem solving skills
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:
This position is 100% on-site in Marion Va. While on-site, you will be a part of the ACS Marion Facility.

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General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans