Material and Process Engineer - Corrosion Control and Coatings

Job Description
BAE Systems, a Top 10 Prime Contractor to the Department of Defense, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Material and Process Engineer to lead the development and implementation of corrosion control, paints, and coatings solutions for defense industry applications. The successful candidate will have advanced knowledge of materials science, corrosion control, and coatings technology, with a focus on defense industry standards and regulations.
As a Senior Principal Material and Process Engineer, you will:

• Provide technical vision and leadership for corrosion control, paints, and coatings development and implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic goals.
• Develop and implement corrosion control solutions for defense industry applications, leveraging advanced materials science and corrosion control principles.
• Lead the development of new paints and coatings technologies, including design, testing, and qualification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality, to ensure design and process requirements are met.
• Resolve complex technical problems, leveraging expertise in materials science, corrosion control, and coatings technology.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Chemistry, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in materials science, corrosion control, and coatings technology, with a focus on defense industry applications.
• Advanced knowledge of materials science, corrosion control, and coatings technology.
• Experience with defense industry standards and regulations (e.g., MIL-STD, ASTM, ASME).
• Familiarity with coatings testing and qualification methods.
• Strong technical leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive business growth.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Industry-recognized corrosion control certifications, such as NACE Certified Corrosion Specialist (CCS) or SSPC Certified Coatings Inspector (CCI).
• Experience working in the defense industry, with knowledge of defense-specific regulations and standards. #LI-Hybird #LI-JR1

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $130355 - $221603
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.