Mechanical Engineer and Material Science Engineer
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Job Location:
Fort Belvoir, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms ground soldier and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science signal processing data fusion artificial intelligence (AI) machine learning (ML) and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ USs dedicated experts in defense aerospace security and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter Security Forces and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives disciplines and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex our diverse and inclusive environment you can be authentic feel valued be respected and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
QinetiQ US is seeking a full-time Mechanical Engineering and Material Science Engineer to join our Optics Displays and Sensor Protection team at Fort Belvoir Virginia. This position is focused on applying mechanical engineering principles and material science expertise to the design development testing and evaluation of advanced optical systems micro-display technologies EO/IR sensors and sensor protection solutions.
The selected candidate will contribute to meaningful technical work supporting the development of innovative solutions operating across the Visible (VIS) Near IR (NIR) Short-Wave IR (SWIR) Mid-Wave IR (MWIR) and Long-Wave IR (LWIR) portions of the electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) spectrum. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and material science who are looking to apply and deepen their technical expertise in a fast-paced defense prototyping environment.
Responsibilities
- Design develop and prototype advanced optical materials components assemblies and subassemblies for imaging and non-imaging systems.
- Apply mechanical engineering principles to the development of lightweight eyepiece optics and electronically switchable optical devices.
- Conduct research and development of anti-reflectance high-reflectivity and enhanced absorption optical coatings and thin-film optical surface treatments for broad and narrow band applications.
- Contribute to the development of micro-display components and eyepiece optics including refractive waveguide and freeform prism technologies for advanced virtual displays.
- Investigate and improve materials and processes for display technologies build prototypes and assess displays and eyepiece optics in a laboratory environment.
- Support the development testing and evaluation of IR and EO devices operating across VIS NIR SWIR MWIR and LWIR wavebands.
- Perform laboratory testing characterization and field testing of advanced EO/IR camera sensors and imaging systems.
- Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams of hardware engineers software engineers and scientists to design develop assemble test and optimize optical and electro-optical systems.
- Prepare technical reports test plans and documentation in accordance with applicable standards.
- Participate in design reviews and present findings to government and internal stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering Material Science or a closely related STEM discipline.
- Demonstrated coursework or project experience in mechanical design material science or optical systems.
- Proficiency in CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks AutoCAD) for mechanical design and analysis.
- Experience with Python MATLAB or similar tools for instrumentation data acquisition and analysis.
- Ability to perform hands-on laboratory work including assembly alignment calibration and testing of mechanical and optical devices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills including the ability to contribute to technical reports and documentation.
- Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance (or have an active clearance).
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with optical systems imaging science or infrared technologies.
- Familiarity with thin-film coatings surface treatment processes or material characterization techniques.
- Experience with machining mechanical design electronics or building scientific instruments.
- A passion for mechanical engineering material science and their application to national defense.
Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail to or call Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race age color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected Veteran status.
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