Associate, Materials Process Engineer (Chemistry Laboratory)

L3Harris Technologies; Orange (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Education assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Orange, VA is seeking an Associate, Materials Process Engineer (Chemistry Lab) to conduct tests, design experiments, and produce repeatable results under controlled conditions.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry (or equivalent experience), and proficiency with analytical instruments (DSC, TGA, HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-VIS, FTIR) along with strong MS Office skills; ability to obtain US security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 0–2 years of related experience; or 4+ years without a degree.
• Analytical chemistry knowledge applicable to lab testing.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to obtain US security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical laboratory tasks under supervision.
• Set up and conduct tests following procedures.
• Design experiments and produce repeatable results under controlled conditions.
• Assist in data reduction and report generation.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

DSC

TGA

HPLC

ICP

GC

UV-VIS

FTIR

Job description

Job Title: Associate, Materials Process Engineer (Chemistry Lab)

Job Code: 42542

Job Location: Orange, VA

Job Schedule: 3/12: Employees work 12 hour days, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Description

The potential candidate under minimal supervision and following established policies and procedures will conduct a variety of tasks supporting the analytical laboratory. They will also set up and conduct tests following experimental procedures in accordance with specification requirements under environmentally controlled conditions. They must be able to design, conduct experiments, and be able to produce consistent and repeatable results. Assistance in data reduction and report generation is also required.

Essential Functions

• Apply knowledge of analytical chemistry applications.
• Apply knowledge of DSC, TGA, HPLC, ICP, GC, UV-VIS, FTIR instrumentation.
• Ability to follow ASTM's, Military Specifications, and Weapons Specifications.
• Ability to obtain US security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry preferred.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools; Excel, PowerPoint.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Virginia is $59,000 - $110,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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