Materials Lab R&D Technician — Hands-On Innovator

SpaceX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company located in Texas is seeking a Materials R&D Technician to support lab operations for materials and process development. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience and a strong understanding of materials science fundamentals. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety, and managing sample preparations. Applicants must have a high school diploma and at least one year of materials testing experience. This role promotes a results-oriented attitude in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of materials testing experience in a laboratory environment.
• Basic understanding of materials science fundamentals.
• Experience setting up and running tests and experiments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lab safety and efficiency.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot lab instrumentation.
• Document results and prepare reports on test data.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures.

Skills

Hands-on laboratory experience

Detail-oriented

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Associate degree in applied science (preferred)

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Thermoanalytical equipment

Microscopy tools

Job description

A leading aerospace company located in Texas is seeking a Materials R&D Technician to support lab operations for materials and process development. The ideal candidate will have hands-on laboratory experience and a strong understanding of materials science fundamentals. Responsibilities include maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring safety, and managing sample preparations. Applicants must have a high school diploma and at least one year of materials testing experience. This role promotes a results-oriented attitude in a dynamic environment.