Materials Engineer
Mantel Technologies
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Columbus • Colorado • Ohio • United States
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About the role
- Support various advanced materials/material systems development efforts
- Execute hands-on work to support prototyping and T&E activities
- Design and conduct characterization efforts aligned with technical objectives
- Work closely with senior personnel to develop novel concepts and approaches to solving technical challenges
- Collaborate with technical team members to design, develop and demonstrate advanced material systems
- Author test plans and technical reports
- Work with technical team members to design, develop and demonstrate advanced material systems
- Lead experimental design and execution of characterization and T&E
- Work as member of a team to execute against technical plans toward prototype and product end points
Requirements
- BS (7+ years) or MS (5+ years) in Materials or Chemical Engineering or related field; MS preferred
- 5+ years relevant experience developing advanced or novel material systems for defense applications
- Comfort with in-person and virtual meetings; ability to articulate and present technical progress
- Fundamental understanding of core concepts in materials science and engineering
- Familiarity/understanding of core chemistry concepts; understanding of structure-property relationships and their practical implications
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in material system prototyping and test and evaluation activities
- Experience in developing advanced, multifunctional and/or composite materials including familiarity with processing techniques/equipment/unit operations
- Practical understanding of structure-property relationships and their impact on material performance
- Exceptional candidates will:
- Have prior experience with and exposure to advanced sensing systems and their implications on future mission system design
- Have experience working as part of multidisciplinary teams requiring individuals to both lead and defer based on scope and team composition
- Have experience transitioning materials from concept toward scalable or fieldable solutions
- Have experience supporting SBIR, defense-funded, or mission-driven R&D efforts
- Have experience supporting technical proposal development
Benefits
- Health & Wellness Support: We offer a solid healthcare package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision coverage to support you and your familys everyday needs
- Future-Ready Financial Benefits: Contribute to your future with our 401(k) plan, including company contributions to help you build long-term financial stability
- Peace of Mind Coverage: We provide Long-term and Short-term Disability, AD&D, and Life Insurance to help protect you and your loved ones from lifes unexpected challenges
- Recharge and Refocus: Take the time you need with our generous PTO policy, designed to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Work with Flexibility: We support flexible work schedules to help you do your best work in a way that works for you and your team
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
materials sciencechemical engineeringprototypingtest and evaluationcharacterizationmultifunctional materialscomposite materialsprocessing techniquesstructure-property relationshipsadvanced sensing systems
Soft Skills
team collaborationtechnical communicationleadershipproblem-solvingpresentation skills
Certifications
BS in Materials EngineeringMS in Materials Engineering