Materials Engineering Technical Lead

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Materials Engineering Technical Lead

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: Ability to obtain security clearance

Career Level: Mid-Career

Requisition ID: 17037074

Description: About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Materials Technical Lead to join our dynamic team. This position offers an opportunity to function as a technical leader providing materials expertise within the Engineering organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and our customers to ensure the successful development, testing, and implementation of materials solutions that meet our high standards of quality and performance. You will have a significant impact on both new and legacy programs, driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%), immediate vesting
• Educational Assistance.
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Provide broad and comprehensive materials engineering expertise, including metals, non-metals, coatings, corrosion, and testing methods.
• Establish technical direction for new and legacy programs through an understanding of contractual requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing on risks, issues, and corrective actions.
• Monitor, manage, and improve the corrosion control program.
• Lead the Hazardous Materials management program, including the development of clean alternatives.
• Support Failure Analysis investigations and develop contract deliverables.
• Lead strategic continuous improvement efforts to enhance engineering efficiency.
• Foster a spirit of knowledge sharing through mentorship and the development of knowledge assets.

Minimum Qualifications / What you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemistry. A Master's degree in a technical discipline is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience, with a preference for experience in a defense environment.
• Strong knowledge of materials properties, testing methods, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is desired.
• Working knowledge of EPA/OHSA/ISO and other applicable standards.
• CBRN and HazMat expertise are preferred.
• Demonstrated collaboration with USG working groups or standards organizations is preferred.
• Experience engaging with all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to executive leadership.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong desire to offer technical mentorship and guidance.
• A mindset of innovation and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• Must be able to travel to suppliers and production facilities within the US.
• This position requires eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• US Citizenship required.

If you are passionate about materials science and have a proven track record of leading successful projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and contribute to the development of innovative materials solutions that drive our company's success.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Materials Technical Lead to join our dynamic team. This position offers an opportunity to function as a technical leader providing materials expertise within the Engineering organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and our customers to ensure the successful development, testing, and implementation of materials solutions that meet our high standards of quality and performance. You will have a significant impact on both new and legacy programs, driving innovation and continuous improvement.

Company Information

General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment.

What We Offer

Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you.

• Healthcare including medical, dental, vision, HSA and Flex Spending.
• Competitive base pay, incentive pay that rewards individual and team performance, and comprehensive benefits.
• 401k Match (6%), immediate vesting
• Educational Assistance.
• 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off).
• Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track.

Responsibilities to Anticipate/Expect:

• Provide broad and comprehensive materials engineering expertise, including metals, non-metals, coatings, corrosion, and testing methods.
• Establish technical direction for new and legacy programs through an understanding of contractual requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with Program Management, Contracts, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing on risks, issues, and corrective actions.
• Monitor, manage, and improve the corrosion control program.
• Lead the Hazardous Materials management program, including the development of clean alternatives.
• Support Failure Analysis investigations and develop contract deliverables.
• Lead strategic continuous improvement efforts to enhance engineering efficiency.
• Foster a spirit of knowledge sharing through mentorship and the development of knowledge assets.

Minimum Qualifications / What you must have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemistry. A Master's degree in a technical discipline is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience, with a preference for experience in a defense environment.
• Strong knowledge of materials properties, testing methods, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in a laboratory environment is desired.
• Working knowledge of EPA/OHSA/ISO and other applicable standards.
• CBRN and HazMat expertise are preferred.
• Demonstrated collaboration with USG working groups or standards organizations is preferred.
• Experience engaging with all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to executive leadership.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A strong desire to offer technical mentorship and guidance.
• A mindset of innovation and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• Must be able to travel to suppliers and production facilities within the US.
• This position requires eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance)
• US Citizenship required.

If you are passionate about materials science and have a proven track record of leading successful projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us and contribute to the development of innovative materials solutions that drive our company's success.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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