Application Engineering Testing Technician Aerospace

Henkel; Bay Point (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching & employee share plan

Parental leave & family support

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies team seeks an assay-focused lab technician to perform analytical and mechanical testing on adhesives, composites, and metals. You will troubleshoot tests, interpret data, and support ongoing standardization of methods.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in a STEM field (Bachelor’s preferred) and 1–2 years of relevant experience, with strong collaboration skills and proficiency in MS Office. On-site operations in California include comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required in a STEM field; Bachelor's preferred.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, academic research, lab work).
• Ability to follow written procedures and test methods precisely.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn lab systems quickly.
• Experience with mechanical and analytical testing equipment is valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and mechanical testing of adhesive, composite and metallic materials.
• Troubleshoot testing issues and anomalies.
• Evaluate testing data and guide next steps/tests.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and test methods.
• Support customer audits and internal/external requests.

Skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Procedural compliance

Analytical testing

Education

Associate's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related STEM

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

TGA

DSC

DMTA

Job description

About this Position At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What You´ll Do

• Perform analytical and mechanical testing of adhesive, composite and metallic materials.
• Troubleshoot testing issues and anomalies.
• Evaluate and interpret testing data and provide guidance on next steps / tests
• Runs and upkeeps laboratory equipment, leads/supports ongoing standardization, harmonization and administration of laboratory test methods.
• Ensures laboratory and application equipment are calibrated and safety checked in compliance with local regulations
• Supports internal and external technical requests and projects.
• Timely reporting of data both thorough physical packets as well as digitally in Albert system.
• Trains Henkel personnel on tests and products Performs customer lab demonstrations.
• Support customer audits through demonstrated expertise and compliance to customer requirements

What makes you a good fit

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred, including internships, co-ops, academic research, application engineering, laboratory, or chemistry-related experience.
• Ability to closely follow written procedures, test methods, and technical instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new software, laboratory systems, and digital tools.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Experience with mechanical and analytical testing equipment such as TGA, DSC, and DMTA is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of 5S principles, laboratory safety standards, and general safe lab practices.

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

The hourly pay range for this role is $31.25 and $38.46. This range reflects the good‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classified as non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees in this position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, or other forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training, certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.