Materials Engineer - Entry Level (College Grad)

Job Description

This position is for an entry level college grad who is specilizing in Materials.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

Hybrid/Onsite: Due to the nature of the work, this role may require on-site presence up to 80%.

What We Offer:

Starting your career or you are an experience professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is Impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending
• competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.

• 401k Match (6%)
• Educational Assistance
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.)
• On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track

GDLS is seeking an individual who is excited to join GLDS and assist in delivering world class solutions to our warfighters. We are looking for the attitude, aptitude, and passion to drive innovation and exceed our customer needs. Need a strong thought leader who will champion innovative solutions. This will be a meaningful professional experience in an industry where you can have a positive impact our company and our country’s military.

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  Candidate shall possess a solid working knowledge of basic metallic engineering materials such as titanium, aluminum, all ferrous alloys including steel. Complete command of mechanical and physical property characteristics, as well as understanding of test techniques to evaluate them are also considered essential.

  Candidate shall be able to apply principles of failure analysis and fractographic examination of materials, for metallic alloys.

  Candidate should have an understanding of weld joint design, proper procedural callouts, and how weld processing and joint design influence vehicle structure.

  Candidate should have a working knowledge and ability to perform independent failure analysis of vehicle hardware and raw stock materials is an essential element of the position. Perform hands-on laboratory test and analysis support as required.

  Applicant must work well independently, exhibit professional work habits, and have good communications skills (both written and oral).

  Candidate shall be required to Interface with a variety of engineering groups and personnel to identify proper material callouts for engineering structures, components and sub-assemblies.

  Candidate should be able to support all vehicle production through proper review of engineering drawings and CAD generated files as they relate to materials science & metallurgy.

• Bachelors Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering Science or Metallurgy is required.
  0-1 year experience, internship experience desired.
• Primarily laboratory and office environment. Includes periodic light lifting (up to 30 lbs).
• Working understanding of windows based PC and associated business software is required.
• Occasional travel to other GD facilities, Government installations and GDLS subcontractors and vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to interface with internal and external engineering organizations as well as ability to work alone in a self-motivated fashion.
• Thorough understanding of Military and Commercial specifications and standards that are applicable to vehicle fabrication is desirable. A willingness to understand and learn these specifications is essential.
• This position will require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• This position requires the candidate to be able to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles is desired. Must be able to pass ASR test (Anthropometric Size Requirement for confined space
  

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at www.gd.com. General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems’ equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance. At General Dynamics Land Systems, we strive to be champions who drive diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to our values and beliefs to provide a healthy and secure working environment that empowers team members to build careers that reward. We are focused on supporting an inclusive company that recognizes the value in creating a dynamic team that is diverse.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems (“GDLS”) provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to benefits@gdls.com for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.