ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fastpaced environment.
ERG is seeking a Senior Test Engineer to lead testing operations for energetic materials and systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering testing and analysis of energetics with a deep understanding of explosives safety regulations laboratory operations and compliance within a highstakes environment.
This position will be at a federal site in Indian Head MD and will include interaction and support from ERG personnel at the federal site as well as from ERGs Fairfax and Arlington offices. Indian Head is approximately 30 miles from Washington DC.
Job Description:
Lead and execute testing strategies for energetic materials ensuring adherence to OP5: Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore or equivalent safety standards
Manage daytoday testing operations laboratory equipment and personnel with a focus on operational safety regulatory compliance and process efficiency
Perform indepth testing and analysis of energetic systems chemicals and formulations to validate performance quality and safety
Apply expert knowledge of maintenance techniques and testing procedures relevant to energetic systems and materials
Review and contribute to technical documentation including technical data packages standard operating procedures (SOPs) quality production documents and process documentation
Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and industry best practices for the handling and testing of energetic materials
Collaborate with engineering quality and production teams to support development testing and troubleshooting initiatives
Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelors degree in engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical Chemical Materials or related field)
15 years of experience in engineering testing of energetic materials
Working knowledge of OP5 or equivalent ammunition and explosives safety regulations
Strong understanding of various testing methodologies and maintenance practices for energetics systems and formulations
Indepth knowledge of regulatory and safety standards applicable to energetics testing development and manufacturing
Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secretlevel security clearance; Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations
$140000 $180000 a year
ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance longterm disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 1120 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (prorated for parttime) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.
ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.
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