Senior Materials Science Engineer

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.

General Atomics Electromagnetics Systems (GA-EMS) designs and manufactures first-of-a-kind electromagnetic and electric power generation systems. GA-EMS' expanding portfolio of specialized products and integrated system solutions support critical fleet, space systems and satellites, missile defense, power and energy, and process and monitoring applications for defense, industrial, and commercial customers worldwide.

We currently have an exciting position for an experienced engineer in the field of material science to work in our Nuclear Technologies & Materials division within GA-Electromagnetic Systems in support of GA's silicon carbide ceramic composite material development. Under general supervision with limited review, this position is responsible for leading a small group of engineers and technicians in the testing and evaluation of advanced ceramic matrix composite materials subject to extreme irradiation environments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the development of system and subsystem level requirements for ceramic matrix composites for nuclear cladding applications
• Develops novel testing and characterization methodologies to capture key ceramic matrix composite performance data under representative conditions
• Develops and coordinates the execution of test plans to support ceramic matrix composite development with clearly defined logic, metrics, and timelines.
• Documents findings and communicates reports and technical presentations at engineering meetings and participates in program reviews.
• Supports future NTM engineering needs and the modifications required to accomplish technical goals.
• Addresses technical issues utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of work.
• Assumes technical and engineering responsibility for segments or key portions of contracts.
• Provide technical communication within the Company management and may represent the Company as a technical contact to customers.
• Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Works 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; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
• Must possess general knowledge of thermo-mechanical behavior of ceramic matrix composite materials
• Must possess strong understanding and experience in mechanical testing and other material characterization techniques (both destructive and non-destructive)
• Must possess the ability to design and execute test plans
• Experience leading a team tasked with solving complex engineering challenges
• Experience in nuclear materials development is desirable
• Broad knowledge of multi-scale modeling principles is desirable
• Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly; apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment; organize, schedule, and coordinate work phases; and determine the appropriate approach at the task level or, with assistance, at the project level to provide solutions to a range of complex problems.
• Must have excellent communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; ability to lead the development of technical project; and support other less experienced staff members working on engineering analyses
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required