Fire Engineer

Fire Engineer

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Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Fire Engineer to support Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) efforts in support of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) Airbase Technologies Program. This position is located on-site at Tyndall Air Force Base, near Panama City, FL. The successful candidate will primarily support the Fire and Emergency Services (FES) Engineering team in efforts related to U.S. Air Force firefighter requirements, specifically related to new firefighting agents, and extinguishment systems in various military settings (hangars, vehicles, etc).

Active areas of research include, but are not limited to: 1) Firefighting agents, dispersal techniques and equipment 2) New fire suppression agents and technologies 3) Firefighter training 4) Management of FES operations

Responsibilities

• Performs RDT&E of moderate complexity by compiling and evaluating design and test data, preparing technical specifications, analyzing technical data to determine appropriate limits and variables for product, process or materials specifications
• Designs experimentation procedures for evaluation of fire extinguishment systems, including instrumentation, and data collection from field testing
• Performs engineering analysis of data collected and presents findings via technical reports
• Performs standardized chemical analysis of firefighting agents
• Design, develop, and operate chemical processes, instrumentation, and equipment to ensure effectiveness in engineering and design. Perform trials, tests, and/or experiments to support RDT&E activities.

Key Qualifications

• BS in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, fire protection engineering or equivalent combination of education and or experience in a related field
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• Proactive, self-starter who can work independently and in a team environment
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Knowledge of fire research and/or firefighting practices

A Work Environment Where You Succeed For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world. You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders
• Give back to and improve our communities

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.