Materials Test Technician

• As a Materials Test Technician you will support hands-on testing and validation activities.
• The ideal candidate is creative, positive, self-motivated, solution oriented, analytical and can adapt quickly.
• The role will require you to oversee a variety of testing, document findings during the test, perform routine maintenance and upkeep of test equipment and identify new test equipment opportunities.
• You will conduct laboratory testing of materials and components with a Universal Testing Machine (UTM).
• You will create unique test setups and coordinate with in-house fabrication to implement new fixturing methods.
• You will perform corrosion testing with standard laboratory corrosion testing equipment.
• You will utilize hand tools, adhesives, coordinate with internal fabrication shops and a variety of materials to prepare test specimens for testing.
• Read and interpret test instructions, engineering drawings, schematics, and other technical documentation.
• You will document through pictures, videos, and written records the tests conducted in the laboratory.

• High school or equivalent with minimum 5-7 years previous technician experience, or
• Associate’s Degree with 3-5 years previous technician experience, or
• Bachelor’s Degree with 1-3 years previous technical experience
• Hands-on laboratory experience with Universal Testing Machine (Instron preferred), Corrosion Chamber, Grinding/Polishing Equipment, and microscope.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand tools and manufacturing processes.
• Proficient with spreadsheets, word processing, and other computer programs to aid in documentation and reporting.

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