Material Test Engineer (ES2)

Material Test Engineer (ES2) Amentum - 3.8 Huntsville, AL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications LabVIEW Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering MATLAB Schematics Bachelor's degree in nuclear engineering Engineering Mechanical Engineering Data analysis skills Laboratory experience Aerospace Engineering Mid-level White papers Material testing Bachelor's degree in engineering Plumbing Propulsion systems Avionics 1 year Nuclear Engineering Research & development Arduino Test Planning (Quality assurance practices) Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

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Grow With Us Your growth matters to us—that's why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, mentoring, and company sponsored networking events, you can take control of your own career path on your own terms with a company that believes in you. A Place Where You Belong People are at the heart of our business. We reflect a diversity of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We expect our people, clients, and partners to treat one another with dignity and respect. This means promoting inclusion, celebrating diversity, and appreciating the differences we all bring to our workplace. Support Your Well-Being Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and possible remote a few days a week (depending on customer requirements) we'll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

Overview:

Perform testing for planned materials used in space nuclear reactors for long duration deep space mission. Conduct tests and processing post test data & analyses. Generate peer reviewed white papers on test results for AIAA and/or JANNAF Conferences. Perform systems level analysis needed to validate test readiness. Review analysis and test results associated with materials development used in nuclear propulsion designs. Maintain training on-site and off-site and keep up to date within contract compliance requirements. Design and implement laboratory-scale plumbing for high and low pressures gaseous systems. Model and wire breadboard-scale through network-scale communications. Program microprocessor devices using Arduino or Raspberry Pi. Model and wire facilities power interfaces. Program and integrate custom laboratory devices using LabVIEW and MATLAB. This job involves longer hours during testing. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications:

Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical or Nuclear engineering or related engineering field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a minimum of a Bachelor with at least 1 years of experience.

Skills and experience should demonstrate:

Ability to attain a security clearance through the Department of Defense if needed later. Cursory electronics background (e.g., circuit building, avionics for spacecraft). Basic knowledge of electric propulsion concepts. Hands-on experience with space propulsion research and development. Some knowledge of small pressure fed thrusters (using green propellants). Hardware Interfaces - can review a schematic and know what we're trying to accomplish and implement. Knowledge of nuclear types of fuels and reactors commonly used in such engines. Basic working knowledge of cryogens and fuels. Experience writing test plans and implementation of them into final test products. Hands-on experience with laboratory pressure systems tubing, gauges, valves, and fittings. Working knowledge of vacuum chambers and large volume air tanks. Proficiency with off-the-shelf data acquisition instruments such as National Instruments, Omega, Fluke, or Eaton. Must be a US Citizen and have a

STAR ID Compensation Details:

ES2 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities.

Offerings include:

Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance

Note:

Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

05/19/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.