Shape the Future of Advanced Materials as a Senior Engineering Technician

Pay Rate: $30.62/hour

Make an Impact Where Science Meets Innovation

Join a high-performing laboratory team responsible for designing, developing, and executing test procedures for highly complex, mission-critical products. In this role, your work directly supports product certification, quality, and performance across multiple platforms, playing a vital role in advancing materials technology that matters.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Engineering Technician, you will work hands-on in a laboratory and machining environment, collaborating closely with engineers and technical experts to support materials testing and characterization.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing materials test samples through machining, grinding, and polishing

• Working with composite and carbon–carbon materials in both laboratory and shop environments

• Performing materials characterization, including optical microscopy

• Supporting testing related to environmental performance, friction, and wear

• Interpreting engineering specifications and drawings to ensure accurate testing and reporting

• Managing or supporting preventive maintenance and gauge calibration activities within a LIMS environment

• Accurately documenting procedures, results, and observations in accordance with established work instructions and operating procedures

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to support new products, processes, and testing standards

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience

• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation

• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering specifications and/or drawings

• Basic knowledge of materials testing and sample preparation

• Ability to lift light loads

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field

• Experience working with advanced composites or high-temperature materials

• Familiarity with processes such as fiber preforms, CVD, heat treatment, densification, or friction and wear testing

• Experience using statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab)

• Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Proven ability to plan, prioritize, and execute complex tasks with minimal supervision

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative mindset

Why Join Us?

• Work that matters: Your contributions help ensure product safety, performance, and innovation

• Growth-focused environment: Learn from experienced professionals and expand your technical expertise

• Collaborative culture: Be part of a team that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement

• Competitive compensation and a supportive, inclusive workplace that respects diverse backgrounds and perspectives

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re passionate about laboratory work, advanced materials, and making a real-world impact, we want to hear from you. Apply today and bring your expertise to a team where your skills and initiative truly matter.

Compliance Notice:
This position requires access to information or facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may restrict access to controlled technologies to:

1. U.S. Persons, including U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees; or

2. Certain foreign nationals who have received the appropriate export license.

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