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It requires expertise in metallic and nonmetallic materials, preparation of technical reports, and M&P documentation such as certifications and test plans, and participation in project milestone reviews.\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES\nAdvise, guide, and provide consultation on applicable Materials & Processes program requirements for intravehicular (IVA) and extravehicular (EVA) environments. \nPerform materials selection, assessment, and certification of custom and off-the-shelf commercial spaceflight hardware, including flammability, toxicity, vacuum outgassing, corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking. \nDefine testing and certification requirements and evaluate test results for compliance with requirements at the project level. \nProvide expertise and review of project documentation and drawings for space flight hardware to verify that requirements are met. \nReview vendor documentation to ensure processes and procedures (e.g., qualification, specification, control, training, testing, acceptance, etc.) meet M&P requirements. \nKnowledge of metallic and nonmetallic materials specifications, properties, and testing. \nPreparation and delivery of technical reports during participation in project milestone reviews. \nWrite M&P documentation as needed, including certifications, process specifications, test plans, etc. \nDaily tasks include interfacing with internal and external customers at all levels and working collaboratively in a team environment. \nParticipation in a collaborative learning environment. \nOther duties as assigned. \nQUALIFICATIONS:\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 4-9 years of experience; or \nMaster’s Degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 2-7 years of experience; or \nPh.D. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field, with 1-5 years of experience in materials and processes engineering; or \nAn equivalent combination of education and experience. \nSkills\nExcellent interpersonal skill \nExcellent communication skill, verbal and written \nExcellent organizational skills \nExcellent presentation of technical information \nParticipation in a collaborative learning environment \nResult oriented personality with a creative approach to problem solving \nAbility to work in a team environment \nSelf-motivated \nWORK ENVIRONMENT:\nGenerally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.\nRequirements\nMust be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation. \nManagement has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised. \nProof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position. \nPhysical Requirements\nWork may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time). 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