Material Science Engineer

  • Arlington, Washington
  • Full Time
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Shape the future of insulion, thermal barrier, and fire-protection solutions used in aerospace, automotive, chemical, metals, power generion, and industrial markets. In this role, youll work hands-on with advanced composites, polymers, ceramics, and coings to engineer high-performance products th perform under the most demanding conditions.

Merial Science Engineer Wh Youll Do
  • Research, develop, and optimize advanced insulion and composite merials.
  • Conduct merial characterizion testing (thermal conductivity, tensile/tear, flammability, abrasion, chemical compibility, acoustic performance).
  • Partner with R&D and manufacturing to scale lab formulions into full production.
  • Evalue and implement new raw merials, coings, and fire-retardant technologies.
  • Design and execute experiments, analyze da, and prepare reports validing product performance.
  • Support customer-specific projects for aerospace and industrial OEM applicions.
  • Collabore with cross-functional teams to solve production challenges and drive cost-effective improvements.
  • Ensure compliance with FAA, NFPA, ISO, AS9100/IA9100, and ASTM standards.
Merial Science Engineer Wh You Bring
  • B.S. or M.S. in Merials Science, Merials Engineering, or reled field.
  • 3+ years of experience in merials R&D, composites, or insulion manufacturing.
  • Hands-on experience with textile-based composites, ceramic fibers, or refractory merials.
  • Proficiency in thermal/mechanical testing methods and da analysis.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, with proven ability to collabore cross-functionally.
  • Excellent written and verbal communicion skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-engineers.
Preferred Background & Skills
  • Experience in aerospace, automotive, or industrial insulion/fireproofing.
  • Familiarity with advanced coing technologies and polymer formulions.
  • Knowledge of FEA/CFD thermal analysis tools.
  • Background with textile processing (weaving, automed sewing, CNC textile cutting, and coings).
Merial Science Engineer The Perks
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance, plus HSA.
  • Paid time off and discretionary quarterly performance bonus.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company mch.
  • Paid Costco membership.
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Job ID: 521487854
Originally Posted on: 5/17/2026

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