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CYNET SYSTEMS

Piping Material Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$51 - $66/hr

Coordinates material engineering efforts in assigned areas with specialty groups, engineering ... staffing and recruiting powerhouse. Proudly recognized as a nationally and locally certified ...

BlackSky

Staff Material Program Manager

Tukwila, WA · Hybrid

$161K/yr

Staff Material Program Manager About Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and ... As a key bridge between Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, and the external supply ...

BlackSky

Staff Material Program Manager

Tukwila, WA · On-site

$161K/yr

Staff Material Program Manager About Us: BlackSky is a real-time intelligence company. We own and ... As a key bridge between Engineering, Program Management, Manufacturing, and the external supply ...

ZT Systems

Staff Material Planning Analyst

Georgetown, TX

$82K - $105K/yr

About the role ZT Systems is seeking a Staff Material Planning Analyst who will be based out of our ... This position interfaces with Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Demand Planning, and ...

ZT Systems

Staff Material Planning Analyst

Georgetown, TX · On-site

$82K - $105K/yr

About the role ZT Systems is seeking a Staff Material Planning Analyst who will be based out of our ... This position interfaces with Manufacturing, Sales, Purchasing, Engineering, Demand Planning, and ...

Form Energy

Staff Materials Engineer

Weirton, WV · On-site

Role Description Form Energy is hiring a Staff Materials Engineer to join our Air Electrode ... Develop and implement novel material characterization techniques to enable evaluation and quality ...

Form Energy

Staff Materials Engineer

Weirton, WV · On-site

Role Description Form Energy is hiring a Staff Materials Engineer to join our Air Electrode ... Develop and implement novel material characterization techniques to enable evaluation and quality ...

Corning

Staff Materials Engineer

Corning, NY · On-site

$92K - $127K/yr

... a Staff Materials Engineer to join our team in Corning, NY. This hands-on, lab-based role includes ... Investigate material and process interactions through structured problem-solving and hands-on lab ...

Corning

Staff Materials Engineer

Corning, NY

$92K - $127K/yr

... a Staff Materials Engineer to join our team in Corning, NY. This hands-on, lab-based role includes ... Investigate material and process interactions through structured problem-solving and hands-on lab ...

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Staff Material and Process Engineer

Poway, CA • On-site

General Atomics
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees
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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Staff Material and Process Engineer with our ASI Division, located in Poway, CA.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide technical expertise in metallic Additive Manufacturing, metallurgical analysis, material processing, mechanical testing, nondestructive inspection, and related materials technologies.
  • Establish materials laboratory procedures. Perform material related failure investigations to determine root cause and provide corrective action recommendations.
  • Investigate and implement material related design and manufacturing process improvements.
  • Resolve manufacturing and nonconformance issues as they relate to materials and finishes.
  • Participate in Supplier Quality Audits for metallic processes and finishes.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; nine or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, seven or more years of experience with a masters degree, or four or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
  • Prefer degree in materials engineering.
  • Experience with common civilian and military aerospace materials (ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, paints, adhesives/sealants, etc.), manufacturing processes (machining, heat treatment, welding, non-destructive inspection, etc.), and surface finishing techniques (anodize, conversion coatings, passivation, paints, plating, cleaning, abrasive blasting, shot peening, etc.).
  • Experience with failure investigations and materials characterization laboratory techniques.
  • Understanding of airworthiness regulations as they pertain to Materials and Processes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Self-starter able to work independently and responsively to address and close issues quickly.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955

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