Materials & Process Engineer - Composites

Responsibilities for this Position

Materials & Process Engineer - Composites

ID: 2026-75337
US-VA-Marion
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 10/5/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field. Also requires 2+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree and 6 months of job-related experience. Agile experience preferred.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Department of Defense Secret security clearance obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Imagine a world-class engineering environment. Now add a team of exceptional talent along with technologies that are so advanced they're often classified. That's what you'll find at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Here you'll work with amazing engineers as they invent the technologies, products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. If you want the chance to lead, it's time to bring your talent to General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS).

At GDMS, we provide premium systems, services, and products for the Department of Defense, government agencies and commercial clients. We are a technology leader in numerous areas including technology insertion; acoustic sensors; signal processing; combat systems; torpedoes; cyber security; knowledge management; and electronic warfare.

As a Materials & Process Engineer - Composites (Sr Mech Engr) for the ACS in Marion, VA, you'll be a member of our M&P department, a cross-functional team responsible for:

• Supporting Production Program root cause investigations relating to materials and processes, and recommending solutions
• Supporting Development Program qualification testing, including writing test plans, supporting on-site testing, and writing test reports
• Supporting Internal Research and Development projects
• Understanding and interpreting the technical, organizational, and process aspects of assigned tasks as they relate to the overall project or organization

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these skills or experiences:

• Experience with polymer matrix composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-up/autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and resin transfer molding (RTM)
• Knowledge of the polymer chemistry of epoxy, bismaleimide (BMI), polyimide, and cyanate ester resins as they relate to pre-impregnated fabrics and unidirectional tapes used in fiber-reinforced composite structures and adhesive systems
• Experience developing and writing process specifications and work instructions for composite fabrication operations
• Experience with composites materials testing and qualification methods, both mechanical and thermal

What you'll experience:

• Root cause investigations and solutions development supporting both production and development programs
• Qualification testing for development programs, including test plan authorship and on-site test support
• Contribution to Internal Research and Development projects
• Collaboration across a cross-functional M&P team on technically complex composite programs
• Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

What sets you apart:

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications with strong attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication methods, as well as technical, government, and industry standards
• Analytic and problem-solving skills applied to composite materials and process challenges
• Experience leading teams in project design, testing, and prototype fabrication
• Knowledge of composite manufacturing processes including hand lay-up, autoclave cure, adhesive bonding, and RTM

Our Commitment to You:

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
• See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

This position is 100% on-site in Marion, VA. While on-site, you will be a part of the ACS Marion Facility. We are not offering a relocation package at this time.

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $86,500.00 - USD $92,500.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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