Materials Engineer: Metal Additive Manufacturing

Posted 3 days ago

hrl laboratoriesMalibu (CA)

Materials Engineers Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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$81,100 - $98,900

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About the role

HRL Laboratories Job Opportunity HRL Laboratories pioneers the next frontiers of physical and information science. Delivering transformative technologies in automotive, aerospace and defense, HRL advances the critical missions of its customers to help them remove limitations and create competitive advantage. HRL then transitions the work back to customers – ready for real-world application. For more than 70 years, HRL's rich portfolio of scientific discoveries and engineering innovations continues to build on each other — often in unexpected, profound and far-reaching ways. As a private company owned jointly by Boeing and GM, HRL prioritizes purpose over profit, significantly advancing the state of the art. HRL Laboratories advances critical structural and functional materials and semiconductor devices that enable precision navigation, quantum technologies and extreme-environment performance. With expertise from design through deployment, we deliver scalable, high-performance solutions that transform our customers' missions. Our work leverages digital manufacturing and scalable microfabrication techniques to meet tomorrow's toughest challenges.

Position Summary: In this role, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists developing new materials and additive manufacturing processes for aerospace applications. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact on a high-profile, America Makes funded project shaping the future of metal additive manufacturing. We are looking for a self-driven engineer interested in learning and advancing within our group.

Essential Duties:

Operate laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printers
Design, CAD, fabricate, and assemble prototype components and systems using additive manufacturing and conventional machining
Characterize 3D printed materials by pycnometry, x-ray computed tomography, metallography, etc.
Perform optical and scanning electron microscopy
Set up and operate mechanical tests to characterize tensile strength and fatigue life
Coordinate outside vendors for specialty testing or analyses
Summarize key findings in written documents and slides Required Qualifications
BA/BS or master's degree in engineering or physical sciences
0-3 years of experience
Understanding of the basic principles of metals and mechanical engineering
Experience applying the scientific method to plan, conduct, and record experiments
Experience with organizing, analyzing, and presenting scientific data to support conclusions and recommendations
Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks)
Knowledge of at least one programming language for engineering (Python, MATLAB, Mathematica)
Hands-on experience with additive manufacturing equipment and techniques
Hands-on mechanical characterization experience
Creative problem solving and strong organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work well in a team environment
Ability to operate independently Preferred Qualifications
Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition Physical Requirements
Must be able to work for extended periods while standing or sitting at a computer workstation
Must be familiar with safe chemical handling practices and common laboratory safety procedures
Must be sufficiently mobile to work within a laboratory environment Special Requirements U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance Compensation and Benefits Pay Range: $81,100 - $98,900 Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.

Benefits: HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, Sick time, upward mobility, and an exciting and challenging work environment. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.) Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission For our privacy policy please visit: www.hrl.com/privacy

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