Material Science Technologist

Compass Systems Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 128,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and matching

Medical, Vision, Rx, Dental

Paid Time off

Professional Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

Compass Systems Inc. seeks a part-time Material Science Technologist who will provide subject matter expertise in pretreatments, organics and inorganics coatings for aerospace materials. You will support DoD aircraft materials R&D, evaluate corrosion tests, and guide problem solving for material characterization and processing.

Interaction with vendors and hands-on lab experiments are included. The position averages 20 hours per week and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree in related engineering, scientific or technical field with 6 years experience.
• May substitute 8 years of related work experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide SME in engineering lab principles for aerospace coatings.
• Familiar with salt fog and immersion testing for Navy aircraft environments.
• Support R&D of composites, adhesives, sealants and other non-metallic materials used on DoD aircraft.
• Guide material characterization, processing, fabrication, and manufacturing problem resolution.
• Interact with vendors at research and production facilities and conduct lab experiments.
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret moderately complex data; operate lab equipment.
• Work independently and as part of a result-oriented team.
• Follow documented safety guidelines and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aerospace materials

Corrosion testing

Laboratory practices

Education

AA/AS degree in related field

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Material Science Technologist provides subject matter expertise in the use and application of pretreatments, organic, and inorganic coatings for aerospace materials. Supports the Research and Development of composites, adhesives, sealants and other non-metallic materials for use on DoD aircraft. Evaluates and performs corrosion testing of aerospace coating systems and materials to include salt fog and immersion testing that simulates the corrosion effects of the Navy’s aircraft carrier environment. Provides guidance to resolve material characterization, processing, fabrication, manufacturing problems and unexpected failures of components and/or materials. Provides direct interaction with vendors at their research and production facilities as well as conducts laboratory experimentation. Addresses other Materials Laboratory duties as assigned.

Part-time Description

Job Summary

The Material Science Technologist provides subject matter expertise in the use and application of pretreatments, organic, and inorganic coatings for aerospace materials. Supports the Research and Development of composites, adhesives, sealants and other non-metallic materials for use on DoD aircraft. Evaluates and performs corrosion testing of aerospace coating systems and materials to include salt fog and immersion testing that simulates the corrosion effects of the Navy’s aircraft carrier environment. Provides guidance to resolve material characterization, processing, fabrication, manufacturing problems and unexpected failures of components and/or materials. Provides direct interaction with vendors at their research and production facilities as well as conducts laboratory experimentation. Addresses other Materials Laboratory duties as assigned.

This position averages 20 hours per week.

Job Functions

• Provides Subject Matter Expertise in the application and use of engineering Laboratory principles and practices to support on-going work efforts. Has a working knowledge of pretreatments, organic, and inorganic coatings for aerospace materials.
• Familiar with salt fog and immersion testing that simulates corrosion effects on Navy aircraft.
• Supports the Research and Development of composites, adhesives, sealants and other non-metallic materials for use on DoW aircraft.
• Provides guidance and input to resolve material characterization, processing, fabrication, manufacturing problems and unexpected failures of components and/or materials.
• Provides direct interaction with vendors at their research and production facilities as well as conducts laboratory experimentation.
• Acquire, analyze, and interpret moderately complex data; operate laboratory equipment; assemble, repair, and maintain experimental apparatus.
• Work independently and as a part of a result-oriented team on an ongoing basis.
• Perform work in accordance with documented safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree in related engineering, scientific or technical field with 6 years experience.
• May substitute 8 years of related work experience in lieu of degree.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to learn and apply new information and/or skills.
• Must be able to interpret data, information, and documents.
• Occasionally will need to lift/and or move up to 20lbs.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
• Moderate environment temperature and noise level.
• Regularly works around moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.
• Noise level may be loud at times.

Benefits

Compass Systems, Inc. is a profitable, growing company offering excellent salaries and benefits. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and demonstrate our commitment to our employees by offering a competitive and valuable rewards program including:

• 401(k) and 401k Matching
• Medical, Vision, Rx, Dental coverage
• Paid Time off
• Professional Development
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Short and Long-term disability, life insurance and recruitment incentives.

Compass Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. Use of any external recruitment or job placement agency is based upon its compliance with our commitment to equal opportunity.

Salary Description $128,000-$130,000