Principal Mechanical Research Engineer

Responsibilities

• Utilize Photon Doppler Velocimetry (PDV) measurement techniques to obtain material properties and surface velocities post-impact
• Market PDV measurement techniques to gain new customers and expand Impact Physics Group capabilities
• Support erosion research efforts at AFRL
• Provide support with Hypervelocity Impact testing using two and three-stage light-gas guns
• Conduct high-strain rate testing and bird-strike/FOD testing

Requirements

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• 10 years of directly related experience
• Familiarity with the setup, operation, and maintenance of PDV systems
• Experience investigating material properties under extreme conditions (high strain rate, temperature, or radiation)
• Experience operating powder and gas guns
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• U.S. citizenship is required due to federal research contract requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear survivability testing
• Experience in the design and execution of experiments to study Equation of State
• Experience with experimental techniques to measure dynamic yield strength and spall strength
• Understanding of material properties for advanced composites, thermally sprayed materials, and additively manufactured materials
• Knowledge of materials and testing methods used for hypersonics
• Understanding of radiation-material interaction, including lasers and x-rays

About the Company

The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving government, industry, and nonprofit customers. We specialize in cutting-edge research involving Shock Physics, Laser Metrology, and Materials Physics.