Aerospace Sealants Materials Scientist — R&D Innovator

PPG Industries (UK) Limited; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Disability/Leave

Family leave

Job summary

PPG Aerospace in Burbank, CA is seeking a Materials Scientist, Sealants, to lead development of aerospace sealants and potting compounds from concept to commercialization. You will report to the Technical Manager – New Product Development in the Aerospace Sealants department.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work in materials engineering, literature reviews, IP assessments, and cross‑functional collaboration to scale and commercialize new materials.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or Materials Chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Technical Expertise: 60-70% hands-on lab work in materials engineering and formulation development.
• New Product Development: Develop sealants and potting compounds for aerospace applications.
• Innovation & Implementation: Develop and translate new technologies into commercial products.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with departments to scale-up and commercialize new materials.

Skills

Materials science fundamentals

Fracture toughness & fatigue

Literature reviews & IP assessments

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Engineering or Materials Chemistry

Job description

PPG Aerospace in Burbank, CA is seeking a Materials Scientist, Sealants, to lead development of aerospace sealants and potting compounds from concept to commercialization. You will report to the Technical Manager – New Product Development in the Aerospace Sealants department.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab work in materials engineering, literature reviews, IP assessments, and cross‑functional collaboration to scale and commercialize new materials.