Lab Test Technician Senior - SCI

Safran Group

Marysville (WA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 82,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Safran University courses

Job summary

Safran Cabin is seeking a Lab Test Technician Senior to perform material and in-process testing with supervision. You will train junior technicians, review practices, and support R&D efforts in a fast-paced lab.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with laboratory instrumentation, and the ability to work under safety guidelines in a manufacturing environment. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Marysville, WA.

Qualifications

Five years experience in a laboratory setting with increasing levels of responsibility.
Mechanical aptitude and soldering of electrical components.
Attention to detail and strong measurement skills.
Proficient with MS Office and lab software.
HS diploma or equivalent; Associate Degree preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

Perform material testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
Perform in-process testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
Sample and analyze rejected materials as needed.
Carry out non-routine analysis as needed.
Ensure all materials are sampled as required by applicable material specification, data entered into Royal Four MRP system and lab log.
Ensure all equipment used is within the calibration date and in proper working order.
Coordinate testing with the needs of production and receiving inspection.
Operate under the direction of the Lab Manager and the Quality Manager.
Work as part of a team within the immediate group, the quality department, and the company as a whole.
Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Five years experience

Mechanical aptitude

Soldering of electrical components

Attention to detail

MS Office proficiency

Written and verbal communication

Lab safety and procedures

Stand 8-10 hours

Measurement units and calculations

Laboratory techniques

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Chemical/Quality/Manufacturing Technology

Tools

MS Office

Calipers

Micrometers

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Lab Test Technician Senior - SCI

Job details

General information

Entity

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Cabin is the world's No. 1 in aircraft interiors. Safran Cabin provides innovative, smart and sustainable cabin interiors, as well as advanced water and waste management systems.

Here, you will develop your skills and grow within a community of experts who enrich your experience every day.

Here, collaboration connects our teams across the globe.

Did you know? We have probably already flown together!

Would you like to join us? Learn more about Safran Cabin here.

(Hyperlink: https://www.safran-group.com/en/companies/safran-cabin)

Reference number

2026-183275

Job details

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Operations quality assurance

Job title

Lab Test Technician Senior - SCI

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Job Summary:

Carry out testing under direct and indirect supervision of received materials, in-process manufacturing samples, and R&D specimens. Train lab technicians, review best practices, and conduct directed R&D.

Summary of Duties:

Perform material testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
Perform in-process testing in accordance with Zodiac Aerospace and customer specifications.
Sample and analyze rejected materials as needed.
Carry out non-routine analysis as needed.
Ensure all materials are sampled as required by applicable material specification, data entered into Royal Four MRP system and lab log.
Ensure all equipment used is within the calibration date and in proper working order.
Coordinate testing with the needs of production and receiving inspection.
Operate under the direction of the Lab Manager and the Quality Manager.
Work as part of a team within the immediate group, the quality department, and the company as a whole.
Additional duties as assigned

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Safran Cabin headquarters are in Huntington Beach, California, with a global presence of over 10,000 employees at 39 sites. Site locations are in the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Germany, France, Czech Republic, the Netherlands, Tunisia and Thailand. Safran Cabin serves over 400 airlines and leasing companies globally and delivers to all airframe OEM manufacturers with a heritage spanning over 80 years in the industry.

Safran's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goes beyond our facility walls. We value and support the communities where we live and work. One of Safran's values and CSR pillar is Corporate Citizenship that helps drive economic, social and cultural progress by sharing our gifts with those around us.

Your Career: Safran is committed to providing internal mobility to our employees. We operate globally so the sky is the limit of where your Safran journey can take you.
Your Development: Safran employees have free access to Safran University courses and external tuition reimbursement for approved programs or certifications.
Your Benefits: Our suite of comprehensive benefits include health care (medical, dental and vision), life insurance, 401(k) savings plans with company match, paid time off, Safran Perks with BenefitHub – Employee Discounts & Rewards Marketplace for consumer products/services and more!

Candidate skills & requirements

Qualifications:

Five years experience in a laboratory setting with increasing levels of responsibility. Two years may be substituted with educational experience.
Mechanical aptitude, fine motor skills, soldering of electrical components.
Attention to detail.
Familiar with mathematic calculations, conversions, and units of measure.
Computer literate in MS Office software suite and web-based computer applications.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Clearly communicate in written and verbal formats.
Ability to work efficiently, accurately and safety in a laboratory environment.
Ability to work standing for 8-10 hours.
Familiarity with: routine mechanical and chemical laboratory techniques, use of calipers and micrometers, laboratory calculations, sample preparation, use of chemical/physical analytical instrumentation, and mechanical test equipment.
Minimum education level of HS diploma or equivalent.
Preferably holds an Associate Degree in Chemical, Quality, or Manufacturing Technology, in addition to a minimum relevant experience. Portions of relevant experience can be substituted for education.