U.S. Department of Labor

Journeyman Materials Engineer

U.S. Department of Labor

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Lakehurst • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $35 - $67 per hour

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Conduct assessments and analyses of Environment, Safety, and Occupational Health (ESOH) factors within NAVAIR acquisition and sustainment programs
  • Create and maintain ESOH documents to support risk management and program compliance throughout the life cycle
  • Conduct environmental reviews and prepare required documentation, including Records of Categorical Exclusion
  • Review acquisition documentation to ensure compliance with ESOH regulations and best practices; incorporate ESOH requirements into specifications and statements of work
  • Support and review Hazardous Material Management Program (HMMP) Plans, Reports, System Safety Program Plans, and Safety Analysis Reports
  • Participate in program meetings and reviews to assess ESOH impacts and support development of mitigation strategies to reduce technical, schedule, and cost risks
  • Assess and analyze materials engineering data to provide recommendations for materials and processes in support of acquisition, sustainment, and Fleet operations
  • Develop material requirements for new programs and evaluate engineering changes for existing systems; consult with design engineers on material and process selections
  • Recommend materials, coatings, and corrosion prevention systems based on performance and usage requirements
  • Provide guidance on material processes including welding, heat treatment, electroplating, thermal spray, surface treatments, and non-destructive testing
  • Review and analyze engineering drawings for material specification accuracy and suitability; assess proposed materials for Fleet applications and maintenance
  • Support testing of material characteristics using established or custom standards; document results in formal reports with data analysis and recommendations
  • Assist in qualifying materials for Fleet operational equipment and provide technical support for manufacturing and repairing Fleet assets
  • Review formal engineering reports and document findings related to materials and ESOH compliance

Requirements

  • Bachelors degree in materials engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related scientific/technical discipline from an ABET accredited college or university
  • At least 3 years of experience in materials engineering or ESOH support within defense acquisition
  • Familiarity with MIL-STD-882E and NAS 411/411-1 standards
  • Ability to evaluate hazardous materials and recommend ways to reduce risks and ensure compliance
  • Experience selecting materials, coatings, and processes for performance and corrosion protection
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Effective technical writing skills for reports and documentation
  • Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and participating in program reviews
Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting and 4% discretionary match
  • Paid leave including PTO, holiday, bereavement, and military
  • Generous medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families
  • Health and dependent care FSA
  • Company-provided life/AD&D, as well as supplemental life and disability insurance
  • TRICARE Supplement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition assistance and professional development
  • Bonus programs

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
materials engineeringenvironmental reviewshazardous materials evaluationcorrosion prevention systemsweldingheat treatmentelectroplatingthermal spraynon-destructive testingengineering drawings interpretation
Soft skills
analytical abilitiesproblem-solvingtechnical writingcross-functional teamwork
Certifications
Bachelors degree in materials engineeringBachelors degree in chemistryBachelors degree in chemical engineeringBachelors degree in mechanical engineering