Materials & Processes Engineer - Metallurgy / Aerospace Manufacturing

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 87,408 - 109,271; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. seeks a Materials & Processes Engineer – Metallurgy / Aerospace Manufacturing in Auburn, WA to support development, qualification, and implementation of aerospace materials and metallurgical technologies.

The role focuses on materials engineering, metallurgy, failure analysis, supplier qualification, laboratory testing, process control, and manufacturing support while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality, environmental, and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required.
• ABET accreditation preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2+ years of professional engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum 2+ years of aerospace engineering experience.
• Experience supporting materials engineering, metallurgy, manufacturing processes, or materials qualification activities.
• Knowledge of metals, metal alloys, coatings, heat treatment, welding, brazing, adhesive bonding, and mechanical joining techniques.
• Experience supporting laboratory testing or production support activities.
• Commitment to environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and revise material specifications, process controls, and acceptance criteria for metals, alloys, coatings, heat treatments, and joining processes.
• Support qualification and deployment of materials, processes, tooling, equipment, and components for aerospace product development and production.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform metallurgical testing and materials characterization: microstructure, hardness, tensile, fracture toughness, corrosion, NDI.
• Investigate manufacturing failures with root cause analysis and CAPA.
• Qualify new materials, processes, tooling, and equipment to meet engineering, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Review supplier material certifications and lab reports for compliance with specifications.
• Assist in supplier qualification activities and evaluate material/process performance.
• Maintain materials/process databases, documentation, and technical reports.
• Use project management tools to support cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Apply EHS, LEAN, and Quality principles in lab operations and manufacturing support.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science & Engineering

Master's degree in Materials Science & Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Materials & Processes Engineer

Metallurgy/Aerospace Manufacturing

Auburn, WA

$63.45 - $79.32/Hour

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law

We are seeking a Materials & Processes Engineer – Metallurgy / Aerospace Manufacturing to support the development, qualification, and implementation of aerospace materials, manufacturing processes, and metallurgical technologies. This role focuses on materials engineering, metallurgy, failure analysis, supplier qualification, laboratory testing, process control, and manufacturing support while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality, environmental, and engineering standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and revise material specifications, process controls, and acceptance criteria for metals, metal alloys, coatings, heat treatments, and joining processes.
• Support the definition, qualification, and deployment of materials, manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and components used in aerospace product development and production.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform metallurgical testing and materials characterization, including:
  • Microstructure analysis
  • Hardness testing
  • Tensile testing
  • Fracture toughness evaluation
  • Corrosion testing
  • Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) techniques
• Investigate manufacturing and production failures by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Qualify new materials, manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment to meet engineering, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Review supplier material certifications, laboratory reports, and technical documentation to verify compliance with engineering specifications.
• Assist in supplier qualification activities and evaluate material and process performance.
• Maintain materials and process databases, engineering documentation, specifications, and technical reports.
• Utilize project management tools to support cost, schedule, and technical objectives.
• Incorporate Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), LEAN manufacturing, and Quality principles into laboratory operations, engineering processes, research activities, and manufacturing support.
• Present technical findings and engineering recommendations to cross-functional teams and program stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• US Citizenship Required
• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in Materials Science & Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. ABET accreditation preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2+ years of professional engineering experience with a Bachelor's degree, or applicable engineering experience with a Master's degree.
• Minimum 2+ years of aerospace engineering experience.
• Experience supporting materials engineering, metallurgy, manufacturing processes, or materials qualification activities.
• Knowledge of metals, metal alloys, coatings, heat treatment processes, welding, brazing, adhesive bonding, and mechanical joining techniques.
• Experience supporting laboratory testing, engineering investigations, or production support activities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct engineering evaluations and failure investigations.
• Commitment to environmental, health, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-10 years of Materials & Processes engineering experience within the aerospace industry.
• 3+ years of experience working in a metallurgical laboratory environment.
• Experience performing metallurgical characterization, materials testing, and failure analysis.
• Experience supporting aircraft development or aerospace production programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience leading projects or coordinating cross-functional engineering teams.
• Bachelor's degree with typically 5+ years of engineering experience, Master's degree with typically 3+ years of engineering experience, or PhD with engineering experience.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of "World Class Service. World Class Company."