First-Ever Materials Lab Engineer – Aerospace Testing

Boom Technology, Inc.; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Boom Technology, Inc. seeks a dedicated lab and test engineer to create and lead a new materials lab for aerospace alloys. You will define procedures, select equipment, and work closely with design engineers to obtain test data that informs engine development.

The role is hands-on, requiring metallurgy insight, data automation skills, and a passion for building from scratch in a startup-like environment. Equal opportunity and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical testing and lab procedures.
• Experience writing and validating test procedures against standards.
• Ability to build data pipelines and ensure traceability.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute mechanical test campaigns on aerospace alloys.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to execute tests and document results.
• Write and validate lab procedures per ASTM standards and improve them.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Lab automation

Data scripting

ASTM standards

Metallography

Traceability

Team collaboration

Education

Materials Science degree

Metallurgy-related degree

Tools

SEM

Extensometers

Test frames

Job description

Boom Technology, Inc. seeks a dedicated lab and test engineer to create and lead a new materials lab for aerospace alloys. You will define procedures, select equipment, and work closely with design engineers to obtain test data that informs engine development.

The role is hands-on, requiring metallurgy insight, data automation skills, and a passion for building from scratch in a startup-like environment. Equal opportunity and competitive compensation are offered.