Taxable Entity

ALUTIIQ INFORMATION MANAGEMENT LLC

Job Title

Sr Materials Engineer

Location

HI Oahu NAVFAC JBPHH - JBPHH, HI 96860 US (Primary)

Category

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$115,000 to $160,000 Annually

Education

Master's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required

Secret

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Alutiiq Informaton Management, LLC a subsidiary of Alutiiq, LLC is seeking a Sr. Materials Engineer to join our team supporting the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) in Oahu, Hawaii. This senior-level role will lead the design, equipment procurement, setup, and operational management of a brand-new materials laboratory at the Forge onboard Schofield Barracks. The successful candidate will act as the subject matter expert (SME) in polymer science, spearhead materials reverse engineering initiatives, and perform comprehensive analytical assessments to compare and contrast various materials for production suitability.

• Laboratory Leadership: Lead the design, equipment procurement, setup, and operational management of the new materials laboratory at the Forge.
• Advanced Reverse Engineering: Direct and execute high-level materials reverse engineering to identify component structures, mechanical properties, and manufacturing origins.
• Material Characterization: Supervise and conduct evaluations of physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of materials to optimize production choices.
• Polymer Specialization: Act as the primary technical expert for polymer chemistry, evaluating plastics, resins, and advanced composites for engineering applications.
• Additive Manufacturing: Leverage advanced knowledge of additive manufacturing processes to integrate and test printed materials in current production.
• Reporting & Collaboration: Develop rigorous technical documentation, ensure full laboratory safety compliance, and consult directly with senior engineering leadership.

Pay Range: $115,000 to $160,000 Annually

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Master's Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a highly related engineering discipline (Ph.D. is a plus).
• Technical Experience: 5+ years of professional progressive experience in materials testing, analysis, and laboratory management.
• Polymer Expertise: Deep professional background and expertise in polymer science, polymer chemistry, or polymer engineering.
• Professional Leadership: Self-starter with proven capability to independently direct laboratory workflows and manage complex material testing projects.
• U.S. Citizenship status required.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport to support 15% domestic and international travel requirements.

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.