Temperature Materials Test Lead

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BWXT is People Strong, Innovation Driven - be part of BWXT’s innovation hub. BWXT’s Advanced (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). researches, designs, and develops innovative new nuclear reactors, nuclear rocket propulsion systems, and radioisotope production systems for both internal and external customers.

If you are looking for a career where your experience is valued, innovative thinking is fostered, and barrier-free teamwork is embraced every day, then this opportunity is for you.

As our High-Temperature Materials Test Lead, you will be part of a team assisting multiple nuclear development projects in Lynchburg, VA. This role is responsible for defining standard test methodologies, performing materials testing, and mentoring peers; while supporting a wide variety of programs for space, defense, and commercial customers.

On-site in Lynchburg, VA at the Advanced Technologies Office

• Develop material characterization methodologies and testing capabilities to support material development programs; this includes temperature dependent diffusivity, heat capacity, coefficient of thermal expansion, and mechanical strength testing.
• Perform characterization on samples submitted from a variety of different research and development or prototype production programs.
• Interface with materials and chemical engineers to identify what techniques can help provide the critical objective criteria needed for R&D activities.
• Support and mentor the broader team with materials characterization of ceramics, metals, and composite materials.
• Support the operations manager in the build-out, commissioning, and safety documentation for the testing facility.

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field is required (e.g., Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Physics, Chemistry, etc.).
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years of relevant experience is required. Applicants with an engineering or physics degree require a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience.
• Must have strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) or Department of Defense (DOD) security clearance, whichever is required.

• MS or PhD in materials science, chemistry, or a related field is highly desired.
• Strong understanding in the characterization of in organics materials (nuclear materials, metals, ceramics, composites, etc.).
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