Top 149 Materials science Jobs in Virginia

Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Marion, VA
- $107,500 - $117,500 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Hybrid work
- 3 years
- Master's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Senior Science and Technology Analyst (Advanced Materials) #26-076 TS/SCI Clearance Preferred)
Strategic Analysis, Inc. —Alexandria, VA
- $125,000 - $168,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Master's degree
- Senior level
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Leadership Development Program - Engineering, Materials & Chemistry Discipline (Starts June 2027)
Raytheon Technologies Corporate Headquarters —Arlington, VA
- $59,000 - $139,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Assembly
- Leadership
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Materials & Process Engineer - Composites
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Marion, VA
- $86,500 - $92,500 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
Metallurgist
Gerdau —Petersburg, VA
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Mechanical Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc —Marion, VA
- $90,833 - $100,767 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Continuous improvement
DARPA SETA Physical Chemist/Materials Scientist SME
Amentum —Arlington, VA
- $150,000 - $200,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
Research Associate in Materials Science and Engineering
University of Virginia —Charlottesville, VA
- $47,500 - $90,000 a year
- Online Application
- University
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Military encouraged
Materials Engineer
KBR —Chantilly, VA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- 8 years
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Materials and Chemistry AI Scientist
The MITRE Corporation —McLean, VA
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
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Materials & Components Transformer Engineer
Delta Star Inc. —Lynchburg, VA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Research Materials Engineer (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)
US Federal Highway Administration —McLean, VA
- $102,415 - $187,093 a year
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Engineering
- Pass drug screening
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Textile Materials Developer
Booz Allen Hamilton —Lorton, VA
- $69,400 - $158,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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QA/QC Lab Technician
Imerys —Chesapeake, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Entry level
Materials Engineer
BWX Technologies —Lynchburg, VA
- $76,000 - $119,000 a year
- Engineering
- Pass drug screening
- Laboratory experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Technical Advisor - Advanced Materials & Molecular Engineering
Everforth ECS —Arlington, VA
- Office
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
Research Chemist, Polyol Technical Service
Carpenter Co. —Richmond, VA
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
Materials Engineer (6 Month Register)
US Defense Logistics Agency —Fort Belvoir, VA
- $121,785 - $158,322 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Tyvek® R&D Senior Scientist/Engineer – Product Development
DuPont —Richmond, VA
- $98,280 - $154,440 a year
- English
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Travel
Material Chemist
Booz Allen Hamilton —Lorton, VA
- $69,400 - $158,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Office
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc -
Marion, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$107,500 - $117,500 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Parental leave
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Experimental data reports
Polymers experience in materials engineering
AI use case identification
Project engineering
Content creation for technical audiences
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Engineering development testing
Managing projects in an engineering role
Procedural guides
Technical documentation
Defect analysis
Design of manufacturing processes
Materials engineering experience within manufacturing
Corporate training
Mechanical Engineering
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
Engineering process optimization
Material selection and characterization
3 years
Master's degree
Mechanical drawings
Polymer chemistry
Proposal writing
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Continuous improvement
Laminate materials usage
Molding process implementation
Engineering research

Full Job Description

Basic Qualifications :

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required within a reasonable period of time. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position:

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Advanced Materials & Process Engineer - Composites. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

Lead the development of strategic tasks or small projects by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goals
Support Production Program root cause investigations relating to materials and processes, and recommend solutions
Support Development Program qualification testing, including writing test plans, supporting on site testing, and writing test reports
Support Internal Research and Development projects
Understand and interpret the technical, organizational and process aspects of the tasks assigned and relate them to the technical needs of the overall project or organization
Plan and execute small projects or task elements within larger projects, organizations, or for groups of projects
Responsible for the completion of assigned engineering tasks or small projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelines
Actively identify technical and organizational risks and ensure that they are included in risk mitigation plans
Participate in the proposal process including preparation of cost estimates and technical writing
Participate in feasibility studies and testing of new and modified designs
Travel will be required (infrequent to up to 10%)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and resin transfer molding (RTM)
Knowledge of the polymer chemistry of epoxy, bismaleimide (BMI), polyimide, and cyanate ester resins as they relate to the processing of pre-impregnated fabrics and unidirectional tapes commonly used in fiber-reinforced composite structure and adhesive systems
Experience with developing and writing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication operations
Experience with composites materials testing and qualification methods, both mechanical and thermal
Knowledge of chemical surface treatments and processes involved in both electroless plating and electroplating on non-metallic surfaces, photosensitive resist application, and metal etching in an industrial environment
Experience in implementing new processes, documentation, quality/process controls, and operator training
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications; detail oriented
Analytic and problem solving skills
Experience with coatings a plus
Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is 100% ON-SITE in Marion, VA.

MARION, VA area:

Marion is nestled in the Virginia Highlands, abounding in beautiful countryside. State parks in all directions, it is an outdoor paradise for anyone who enjoys camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting, and/or just the simple pleasure of being outside amongst natural beauty. The Appalachian Trail runs through town and Mt. Rogers is an easy daytrip.
Big city attractions are at a comfortable distance. Blacksburg, VA, Charlotte, NC, Knoxville, TN, and Bristol Motor Speedway are all within a two-to-three-hour drive.
The small size of Marion yields shortened commute times. In-town commutes average around ten to fifteen minutes. Nearby towns, such as, Abingdon and Wytheville provide increased housing options while maintaining a benign commute of less than an hour.

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Salary Note: This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range: USD $107,500.00 - USD $117,500.00 /Yr. Company Overview:

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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