Application Engineering Testing Technician Aerospace

Henkel; Bay Point (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching & bonuses

Parental leave & family support

Job summary

Henkel, a global leader in adhesives, coatings and consumer brands, is seeking a technically skilled professional for the Adhesive Technologies unit in the Bay Point area of California. You will perform analytical and mechanical testing on adhesives, troubleshoot issues, and interpret data to guide next steps.

You’ll maintain lab equipment, ensure safety and calibration, and support both internal and external technical requests.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred in a STEM field.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience (internships, co-ops, lab work).
• Ability to follow written procedures and technical instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and lab software/tools.
• Collaborative, cross-functional teamwork abilities.
• Experience with mechanical/analytical testing equipment (TGA, DSC, DMTA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical and mechanical testing of adhesives, composites, and metals.
• Troubleshoot testing issues and anomalies.
• Evaluate data and advise on next steps / tests.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; support standardization and method administration.
• Ensure calibration and safety checks per regulations.
• Support internal/external technical requests and projects.
• Report data in physical packets and in Albert system; assist with audits.
• Train personnel on tests and products; perform customer lab demonstrations.

Skills

Analytical testing

Troubleshooting

Data interpretation

Equipment maintenance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

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 productsPerforms customer lab demonstrations.


• Support customer audits through demonstrated expertise and compliance to customer requirements

What makes you a good fit

• Associate'sdegree required; Bachelor's degree preferred in Chemical Engineering,Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.


• 1-2years of relevant experience preferred, including internships, co-ops, academicresearch, application engineering, laboratory, or chemistry-related experience.


• Abilityto closely follow written procedures, test methods, and technical instructions.


• Proficiencywith Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new software, laboratorysystems, and digital tools.


• Demonstratedability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment.


• Experiencewith mechanical and analytical testing equipment such as TGA, DSC, and DMTA isstrongly preferred.


• Knowledgeof 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.