Coatings Scientist Engineer

Excet Inc
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2024 CLOSED ON 1/28/2024

Job Posting for Coatings Scientist Engineer at Excet Inc

Office: Naval Research Laboratory (NRL)

Location: Key West, FL or Washington, DC

Requisition No: 12.2.2022

Key Words:   Thermal spray, cold spray, directed energy deposition, laser cladding, corrosion, materials, composites, ceramics, metallurgy

 Excet, Inc. is in search of a Coatings Scientist/Engineer who will work as a member of the technical team performing and leading research, development and testing in the areas of marine corrosion, marine engineering, materials, electrochemistry, coatings and environmental effects as related to the Navy surface ships, submarines, marine structures, aircraft and shore facilities.  Candidates must be able to work with cross-functional groups involving government and industry partners to develop, test, manufacture and transition products or technologies to practical fleet applications and solutions. The position is full time in either Key West, FL or Washington, DC.

 Specific Duties include, but are not limited to:

 Will be expected to work as a project leader in specific corrosion science and engineering projects. Candidate will develop new experimental design and/or technologies at an R&D facility for programs involving thermal spray, cold spray, directed energy deposition, and laser cladding for use in Navy and other DoD systems; with the emphasis focused on the design and implementation of improved technology for legacy and next generation Naval platforms, but also closely explores the needs of life-cycle extension, improved service life, affordability, condition-based maintenance and new technology development and implementation.

  • Will be expected to work as a part of a development team and see projects through initial concept, write proposals, execute tests, evaluate experimental results and document the results
  • Must be comfortable in handling multiple projects simultaneously

Required Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
  • Applicant must have direct experience in coatings, material development, and engineering applications addressing corrosion issues, and be familiar with evaluation of new and emerging materials and processes
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in basic or applied research or product development (combined academia and industrial)
  • Project management experience is a plus, however that will not be the candidate’s primary function. The successful candidate will be able to immediately execute technical support at the bench and in the field
  • Familiar with SolidWorks or other comparable CAD and/or 3-D modeling software
  • Due to contractual security requirements, only candidates that can obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance will be considered

Desired Qualifications:

  • Advanced degrees are preferred – with thesis and/or dissertation focused on the development and evaluation of thermal spray, cold spray, directed energy deposition, and laser cladding technologies
  • Must be highly creative and a self-starter with hands on bench and field experience
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Results focused and should take ownership for project objectives
  • Must be comfortable working in a collaborative environment

Type of Position: Full-Time 

Travel: Occasional Travel Required    

Excet, Inc. is a growing research services firm specializing in science and engineering. 

Excet, Inc. offers a collaborative team culture where you can use your skills and experience to advance your career and make a difference. We’re looking for intellectual curiosity, a high level of comfort with complexity, and a desire to work in a wide range of challenging environments. We continue to attract and retain the best workforce in the field.

The company specializes in finding the right people for any research, engineering, or project management challenge. We offer an employee benefits package and overall cost structure that attracts and retains the highest quality of employees.

If you have talent, experience, and a desire to advance your career, come join our team.

 

Excet, Inc. is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and participates in E-Verify.

 

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