Lab Tech (Aerospace)

PARKER HANNIFIN CORP; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 90,547,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Aerospace, part of Parker Hannifin Corp, seeks a Lab Technician (Aerospace) to perform testing and inspection on sheet metal aircraft components, ensuring compliance with quality and engineering standards. You will prepare test samples, operate lab equipment, record results, and support manufacturing, QA, and engineering teams.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience performing tensile, bend, and hardness tests.
• Ability to conduct metallographic analysis and document results.
• Follow written procedures and maintain test records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform tensile, bend, hardness, and welder certification tests.
• Monitor periodic process-control testing and sample submission.
• Record findings and prepare results for engineers and customers.
• Maintain lab equipment and clean test areas.
• Ensure proper manufacturing documentation and timecard entries.

Skills

Tensile testing

Bend testing

Hardness testing

Metallography

Documentation

Quality standards

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

At Exotic Metals Forming Division, our highly talented team blends a passion for manufacturing with relentless customer support, making us the partner of choice for complex aerospace solutions. Working at EMFD is about being part of a team, a culture, something that is bigger than each of us individually. We began as a small group of people passionately committed to a common goal. That is why we are so proud of everyone in our Exotic family who strives to be the best at what they do every day, working as a collaborative team in a culture of continuous improvement to stretch the bounds of creative thinking and provide quality products to our customers around the globe.

Lab Technician (Aerospace)

The Lab Technician is responsible for performing a wide range of testing and inspection activities on sheet metal aircraft components to ensure they meet required quality, engineering, and customer specifications. This role supports manufacturing, quality assurance, and engineering teams by preparing test samples, operating laboratory and inspection equipment, recording results, and identifying any nonconforming conditions.

The technician conducts routine and specialized tests to evaluate material properties, workmanship, dimensional accuracy, durability, and compliance with applicable aerospace standards. Responsibilities may include visual inspection, measurement verification, mechanical or physical testing, documentation review, and maintaining accurate test records. The role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to follow written procedures and technical instructions, and a commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

In addition, the Lab Technician helps maintain laboratory equipment, ensures test areas remain clean and organized, and communicates findings clearly to supervisors, engineers, or quality personnel. This position plays an important role in supporting product reliability, process control, and continuous improvement within an aerospace manufacturing environment.

Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of testing, including tensile, bend, hardness, welder certifications; and metallographic analysis of materials and processes commonly used at Exotic Metals Forming Division.
• Monitor the completion of periodic process control testing and ensures samples are submitted for evaluation.
• Perform necessary testing as requested by Design or Quality Engineering for the evaluation and resolution of material failures related to processing.
• Utilize laboratory test equipment and apparatus and arrange and suggest modifications to equipment for optimal functioning.
• Record test findings; prepare and analyze results for review by customers and engineering personnel.
• Detect and evaluate opportunities for improvement and propose solutions for potential or existing problems within scope of job function.
• May perform a variety of inspection functions to support final and receiving inspection.
• Responsible for ensuring proper documentation is entered on manufacturing planning (including correct quantities) and paperless timecard system.
• Performs all work in accordance with established standards and safety procedures.
• May demonstrate basic operations to others.
• Requires proficient written and verbal communication skills, knowledge of office procedures, and experience in the operation of office equipment.
• Requires familiarity with personal computers and related software.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing planning and sketches.
• Any other duties as assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our commitments, and carry out our organization's virtues.

Working Conditions

Demonstrate proper and safe operation of equipment, and personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, safety glasses/full face shield, hearing protection, respirator, and rubber gloves as required.

Physical Requirements

Performs physical activities that may require considerable use of arms and legs and frequent movement of the whole body, such as climbing, lifting up to 30 pounds, balancing and handling of material.

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $20/hr to $31.6/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinda? (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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