Materials Lab Technician

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform research activities and other tasks as necessary in lab environment.
• Accurately record observations and measurements and reports results.
• Rely on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform functions of job.
• Perform a variety of tasks such as: Section, mount, polish, and etch samples.
• Perform sample evaluations in accordance with work instructions. Evaluations include grain size and microstructure features, macro and micro-hardness testing, spectroscopy, filler content determination, surface treatment characterization, among others.
• Use lab equipment such as Optical Microscopes, OES Spectrometer, and Scanning Electron Microscope in the materials characterization process.
• Inspect welds and brazes to ensure conformance to product requirements.
• Preparation and evaluation of thermal spray coatings for in-house process validation.
• Assist materials engineers in reverse engineering process of aircraft parts as required.
• Responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining clean work area and equipment.
• Work under immediate supervision.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.