Mechanical Engineer/Material Scientist

As a solutions-based company, Precise Systems is focused on innovation in support of the warfighters and aligning our expertise to deliver the highest quality of service. Powered by our highly skilled workforces, we provide expert consultation on network and weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs with solutions in Digital Transformation, Advanced Engineering, Physical Sciences Research, Platform Lifecycle Support, and Technical Services. Since our establishment, we have demonstrated and perfected our ability to manage the customer's needs, no matter how complex – offering exceptional service and the Precise solution.

Precise Systems seeks a Mechanical Engineer/Material Scientist with expertise in Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue Analysis to serve our Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) customers in Washington D.C.

This role performs on site, 5 days per week, in Washington D.C.

Duties:

• Develop new experimental design and/or technologies at NRL facility for marine corrosion, marine engineering, materials, electrochemistry, coatings, biofouling remediation and environmental effects.
• Work as a project leader in specific corrosion science and engineering projects.
• Perform fracture mechanics testing such as high and low stress cyclic corrosion fatigue, cyclic air fatigue and fracture toughness testing via compact tension specimens.
• Experimental setup, sample identification, collecting and analyzing data, experimental clean up and test equipment maintenance.
• Draft blueprint designs in Solidworks or similar platforms.
• Work with supply chain and vendors to revise blueprints as needed based on manufacturability and experimental testing considerations.
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing to effectively communicate design requirements and leverage tolerance relief as potential source of cost savings.
• Will be expected to work as part of a development team and see projects through initial concept, write proposals, execute tests, evaluate experimental results, and formally document the results as author or co-author.
• Must be comfortable in handling multiple projects simultaneously

Required Education:

• A PhD in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Mechanics or a related discipline, with dissertation work related to mechanical properties, fatigue or fracture mechanics

Required Experience:

• Technical proficiency in several of the following areas:
  • Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue Analysis (Damage Tolerance/Safe Life Analysis and Fracture Control)
  • Analysis experience must include CAD modeling and ability to perform Linear / Non-Linear, Static / Dynamic FEA, Fracture Mechanics
  • Experience with commercial FEA software such as ABAQUS, COMSOL or equivalent and correlating finite element model predictions with test results in the following areas or similar
  • Nondestructive inspection criteria development
  • Bonded and/or bolted joint failure criteria and analysis methodologies
  • Composite structure failure criteria and analysis methodology
  • Experience with or willingness to pursue probabilistic approaches to materials degradation and risk analysis

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Understanding fundamental metallurgical or materials science principles and their influence on material properties.
• Experience with rotating bending fatigue (RBF).
• Familiarity with hydraulic test equipment and control software, such as MTS Systems.
• This includes actuators, load cells, extensometers, operating in load, strain or displacement control, hydraulic pump operation and maintenance.
• Experience with SEM fractography and other electron microscopy.
• Experience utilizes basic metallography tools and procedures.
• Experience with basic use of chemistry laboratory.
• Results focused and willingness to take ownership and responsibility for project objectives and management.
• Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment with subject matter experts of various disciplines.
• Creative self-starter with hands on bench experience.
• Strong written, listening and communication skills.

Type of Position: Full-Time

Travel: Regular travel required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $86,190.40 - $129,285.60 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems’ total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.

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