Title:

　　Senior Materials Engineer

　　Do you like solving problems, no matter how large or how complex? Our Avionics and Systems Engineering group is offering challenging work to support our customers across multiple military aircraft. The Senior Materials Engineer will play a key role in driving the adoption of AM tools, materials, and technologies by the F-16 System Program Office (SPO). As an AM subject matter expert, you will collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to develop and implement a robust framework that enables the seamless incorporation and certification of AM technologies for aircraft components.

　　Role and Responsibilities: As part of a team, you will:

　　Develop and implement a comprehensive framework for integrating additive manufacturing into existing processes

　　Collaborate with stakeholders and engineering teams to understand project requirements and constraints

　　Conduct thorough evaluations of AM materials and components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and specifications

　　Provide expertise in selecting, testing, and validating materials suitable for additive manufacturing applications

　　Collaborate with stakeholders to establish protocols for assessing the performance, reliability, and durability of AM components

　　Stay informed of industry advancements in additive manufacturing and materials engineering to continuously advance KBR’s and customer knowledge

　　Lead training programs to educate Air Force stakeholders on the evaluation and integration of AM parts

　　Who we are: KBR Government Solutions delivers mission critical, full life cycle services that improve military readiness, drive innovation, and help ensure mission success. Since WWII, we have led many of the federal government’s most important programs in the areas of defense, space and technology. Today, our employees are solving some of the world’s most challenging problems and inspiring the future. KBR Government Solutions core capabilities include engineering, operations, logistics, science, program and acquisition management, IT, cyber and security services.

　　What we can offer you:

　　Challenging and rewarding work

　　Flexible working hours with a hybrid schedule

　　Collaborative team culture

　　Access to a global community of practitioners and experts to assist with ongoing professional development and growth

　　Competitive salary and benefits

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Bachelors in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

　　Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials engineering with a focus on additive manufacturing

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

　　Excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders

　　Proven track record of successfully implementing additive manufacturing processes

　　Ability to obtain a Secret clearance. US citizenship is required

　　Desired Experience:

　　Active DoD Secret Clearance

　　Masters in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

　　Experience with metal additive manufacturing

　　Experience with metallographic specimen preparation techniques and materials characterization techniques, including polishing/etching, optical microscopy, mechanical testing (i.e. hardness, tensile testing, creep, etc.), SEM/EBSD, XRD, machine shop technology

　　Deep understanding of HIP/Heat Treatment of Additive Manufactured metals

　　Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software

　　Expertise in evaluating materials for airworthiness and regulatory compliance

　　Experience with Additive hardware qualification and acceptance

　　Experience in hardware manufacturing environment

　　Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations

　　KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

　　KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.