Materials Engineer

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO Corporation in Tampa, FL, is hiring a Materials Engineer for its Seal Dynamics Business Unit. The role focuses on reviewing materials and certifications, developing test plans for outside labs, and ensuring compliance with aerospace specs (AMS, ASTM, MIL).

The candidate will perform in‑house testing (XRF, FTIR, hardness tests, passivation), develop material specifications, and collaborate with external labs while contributing to a dynamic, detail‑driven engineering team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials/Metallurgical engineering or related field; minimum 2 years in Materials Engineering.
• Experience with aerospace, automotive or medical grade materials is a plus.
• Familiarity with AMS, ASTM, AS, MIL, NAS specs is a plus.
• Knowledge of metallic and non-metallic aerospace materials including polymers and composites.
• Proficiency in materials characterization and hardness measurement techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Detail oriented with strong work ethic and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform an in‑depth documentation review of materials received and supplier certifications for first article and production parts.
• Develop reverse engineering materials test plans for outside labs.
• Support documentation required to send first article and production parts to outside Materials Analysis labs.
• Interface with outside labs and review test reports for accuracy and complete test plans.
• Perform in‑house testing with XRF, FTIR, Rockwell and Shore hardness, and passivation testing (training provided).
• Develop and maintain materials and process specifications in compliance with aerospace standards (AMS, ASTM, MIL).
• Other duties as assigned by Materials Engineering.

Skills

interpersonal communication

written communication

oral communication

multi-tasking

detail oriented

team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Materials/Metallurgical engineering

2+ years materials engineering experience

Job description

For more than 65 years, HEICO Corporation, a NYSE traded company, has thrived by serving niche segments of the aviation, defense, space, and electronics industries by providing innovative and cost-saving products and services. HEICO's high-energy culture focuses our Team Members' on providing high quality products and services to our customer base, which is made up of most of the world's airlines and the defense industry. Our leadership approach creates a dynamic environment that continually challenges our Team Members to perform their best. Forbes Magazine recently ranked HEICO as one of the 200 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks". HEICO is currently recruiting a Materials Engineer for its Seal Dynamics Business Unit, located in Tampa, FL.

PRIME RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform an in-depth documentation review of materials received and process certifications from suppliers for first article and production parts.
• Develop reverse engineering materials test plans to be sent to outside labs.
• Provide support in preparation of documentation required to send first article and production parts to outside Materials Analysis labs.
• Interface with outside labs, Review test reports for accuracy and complete test plans.
• Perform in-house materials testing with XRF equipment, FTIR, Rockwell hardness, Shore hardness and passivation test (Training will be provided).
• Develop and maintain materials and process specifications in compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., ASTM, AMS, MIL)
• Other Duties assigned by Materials Engineering

Qualifications

EDUCATION / PRIOR EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials / Metallurgical engineering or a related field with at least two years of related Materials Engineering experience.
• Experience in working with aerospace, automotive or medical grade materials is a plus.
• Prior experience involving understanding of Aerospace Materials Specifications (AMS), ASTM, AS, MIL, NAS specifications is a plus.
• Strong understanding of different types of metallic and non-metallic aerospace materials including polymers and composites, metals finishing processes, and materials specifications.
• Demonstrated proficiency in materials characterization and hardness measurement techniques
• A successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• A strong work ethic, high attention to detail required to review documentation, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

To succeed, the person will need to be detail-oriented and be a team player with the ability to effectively articulate findings. This is a great position for someone who wants a challenging job, a chance to be a part of an exciting business, and to grow in a successful company. Working conditions are normal for an engineering office and lab environment.

No relocation will be provided.