Job Title
Research Engineer
Location
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, MD 21005 US (Primary)
Category
Engineering, General Laborer
Job Type
Full-Time
Compensation Minimum (USD)
$100,000
Compensation Maximum (USD)
$150,000
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Citizenship Status Required
U.S. Citizen
Security Clearance Required
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Job Description
About Science and Technology Corporation (STC):
STC is a science and engineering research and services support company with proven expertise and experience spanning research, development, test, and evaluation in areas including aerospace engineering, earth and atmospheric sciences, chemical and biological defense, military systems and technology, and software development.
Employment Category: Full Time / Exempt
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
Travel: None
Security Clearance: DoD Secret or ability to earn
Responsibilities:
The Research Engineer will conduct research related to the design, development, evaluation, and use of obscurant materials to support the DoD efforts to protect our warfighters and military vehicles from weapons/missiles with optical or electro-optical sensors. Research will be performed within a DoD laboratory and in the field. This Engineer will plan, direct, and conduct developmental testing related to vehicle mounted obscuration systems and countermeasures for protecting military vehicles from weapons/missiles with optical or electro-optical sensors. This Engineer will also help design, develop, and test new obscurant grenades and dissemination systems and the experimental modification of existing equipment. Field work will be required.
Prepare and conduct experiments, identify novel obscurant materials, and evaluate their effectiveness to block sections of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Safely work with materials to identify chemical properties and toxicity, ability to be effectively disseminated into the air, and evaluate performance. Use instrumentation in support of this experimentation and strong math and computer skills to assist in data analysis.
Provide engineering support for the planning and conduct of developmental testing for military vehicles with mounted obscuration grenades or generators
Write and contribute to presentations, technical reports, and publications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in or Engineering, materials science, physics, or related field.
Compensation & Benefits:
Pay: $100k - $150k
Schedule: 40 hrs/week
401K with up to 4% employer matching contribution
3 weeks (120 hrs/year) Paid Time Off (PTO), Federal holidays, and Sick Leave
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Job Requirements
5 years of related experience supporting vehicle testing
Must be proficient in planning and conducting testing in the laboratory and field
Strong problem solving and analysis skills
Excellent communication skills in English and the ability multitask, prioritize, and complete work within schedule
Bonus points if you have:
Experience with researching and testing military vehicle obscuration systems such as grenade launchers
Experience with research or testing related to the explosive dispersion of materials
We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.
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- Dice Id: RTX187c6f
- Position Id: e3f085bf51dcf1c98d667af78a78d622
- Posted 1 day ago
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