Materials and Process Engineer

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Leidos' Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Materials and Process Engineer to join our team supporting the Advanced Materials Department. With offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, Leidos provides responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

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The Advanced Materials Department is a multi-disciplinary team that provides materials engineering expertise for every phase of a program. With backgrounds in materials science, chemistry/chemical engineering, physics, among others, the department has experience in executing a variety of efforts from R&D, to prototype development, to supporting design and build tasks for manufacturing. Beyond subject matter expertise, the department has the analysis equipment, multi-physics modelling capability and experimental lab space to support activities ranging from proof-of-concept experimentation to manufacturing support.

Primary Responsibilities.

As an integral member of the Advanced Materials Department, the successful candidate will serve as a Sr. Materials & Process Engineer. This position will balance multiple activities including but not limited to:

- Support multiple Leidos programs in the areas of material selection, metallurgy and fabrication, composites, ceramics, process improvement opportunities, root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations, Parts, Materials, & Processes (PM&P) Plans, and qualification activities.

- Serve as a mentor to junior staff on testing techniques and reviewing data presentations prior to reaching customers

- Provide M&P technical insights for bid and proposal activities across the organization.

- Investigate materials and process non-conformance issues and provide recommended problem resolutions to program management teams

- Provide process and program management for programs spanning multiple technical areas

- Serve as a liaison between the Advanced Materials Dept and both internal and external customers to ensure all material and process selections, process improvements, and RCCA activities meet program goals and objectives.

- Manage a variety of materials characterization and mechanical tests, including test planning, writing and editing procedures, and coordinating with customers to ensure tests and investigations meet project objectives.

- Coordinate with procurement management and subcontracted suppliers to mitigate non-conformances before they occur.

- Efficiently resolve non-conformances to limit the impact to program schedule and cost.

- Provide technical expertise during new supplier evaluations to aid in supplier risk analysis.

Basic Qualifications:

• Candidate must have a bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or one of the Physical Sciences from an ABET accredited institution with 8+ years or Master's Degree with 6+ years applicable experience
• Candidates must have a strong technical background in materials processes, materials selection, and/or metallography
• Experience managing and executing M&P and materials testing activity directly supporting projects or programs (aerospace or defense preferred)
• Must be a resident of North Alabama area or willing to relocate in order to work on-site at the Huntsville, AL office

Preferred Qualifications.

• Experience working with aerospace systems and materials
• Experience working in manufacturing or production environment and/or frequently interfacing with Manufacturing
• Experience with process / procedural controls and quality systems
• Project Management skills
• Experience assembling and providing technical briefings and clear guidance to non-technical audiences
• Familiarity with AMS, ASTM, NASA, MIL-STD, ISO 9001/AS 9100, ISO 17025, and/or other industry specifications.
• Experience with non-metallic, engineered materials, such as polymer- or ceramic-matrix composites, polymers and sealing system, and/or high-temperature ceramics

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Original Posting:
January 26, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.