Material Research Scientist/Engineer

Company: Intelligent Automation, Inc.
Location: Derwood
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Material Research Scientist/Engineer Job Overview We are seeking experienced professionals to conduct innovative research in one or more areas, including material science and engineering, additive manufacturing, corrosion, modeling and nondestructive material characterization. Experience with aerospace structures, modeling and optimization, testing and sensing is preferred. Candidates with U.S. citizenship or legal permanent resident status is required. Job Duties · Conduct analytical studies, modeling and experimentation to guide design and manufacture of metallic and composite materials/structures. · Participate in the research and development of innovative sensors, algorithms and advanced solutions in the areas of nondestructive characterization of materials. · Pursue research in computational material science, material design, development and application, work closely with project managers and team members on research projects. · Successful candidates are expected to continue and expand existing programs and write research proposals for new research directions. Required Skills & Education · Strong knowledge background in material science (metallurgy and composites) and mechanical behavior of materials. · 3 years experience in experimental and modeling of metal and composite material/structures. · Proficient in material characterization, testing, and behavior analysis. · Ph.D. or Master's degree in Material Science, Mechanical, Aerospace or related field. · Strong written and communication skills Preferred Skills · Experience in one or more of the following fields: additive manufacturing, composite materials, NDE, modeling and optimization. · Capability of Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME), thermodynamic modeling, multiscale and multiphysics modeling. · Knowledge of FEM, meshless or particle based method. · Programming Languages: ANSYS/ABAQUS, Matlab, Labview, C/C++/C#, Python · Experience with technical report and proposal writing Candidates with U.S. citizenship or legal permanent resident status is required. About Us Intelligent Automation, Inc. (IAI) is a technology innovation company headquartered in Rockville, MD. We specialize in providing advanced technology solutions and R&D services to federal agencies and corporations throughout the United States and internationally. Leveraging agile R&D processes, a multidisciplinary collaborative environment and its substantial intellectual property portfolio, IAI excels in developing concepts into market-focused products and customer-driven solutions. IAI's core R&D areas include: Air Traffic Management, Big Data and Social Media Analytics, Control and Signal Processing, Cyber Security, Education and Training Technologies, Health Technologies, Modeling and Simulation, Networks and Communications, Robotics and Sensor Systems. IAI is seeking talented junior and senior level engineers and scientist to join our growing company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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