Materials Technician

Impulse Space; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Materials Technician to join their innovative team in Redondo Beach. In this hands-on role, you will support materials engineering by preparing and testing a variety of materials used in advanced applications. You will be responsible for operating laboratory equipment, conducting tests, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact cutting-edge projects. If you have a passion for materials science and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Stock options

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical or laboratory environments.
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material test specimens using various methods.
• Perform materials tests including tensile and hardness testing.

Skills

Hands-on experience in laboratory environments

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Ability to read technical documents

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measurement devices (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

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Department: Manufacturing

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 / hour

Description

As a Materials Technician at Impulse, you will play a crucial hands-on role in supporting our materials engineering team. This position is responsible for the preparation, testing, and basic processing of metallic and non-metallic materials used in our advanced applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material test specimens from both metallic and non-metallic raw materials using various methods including cutting, machining, mounting, grinding, and polishing according to specifications and standard procedures
• Perform a variety of materials tests, including but not limited to: tensile testing, hardness testing (Rockwell, Vickers, Knoop), metallographic preparation and microscopic examination, and potentially basic chemical analysis or non-destructive evaluation
• Operate and maintain laboratory testing equipment and learn to use new laboratory equipment as it is procured. Assist in setting up any new equipment
• Operate furnaces and environmental chambers to perform heat treatments and thermal exposures according to defined schedules and procedures
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and safety protocols
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration checks on laboratory equipment
• Follow all safety guidelines and procedures for handling materials and operating equipment
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of demonstrated hands-on experience in a technical, laboratory, manufacturing, or workshop environment
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools, power tools, and basic measurement devices (calipers, micrometers)
• Ability to read and interpret technical procedures, drawings, and instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Willingness to work safely with potentially hazardous materials and equipment
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 40 lbs
  
  
  

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 2+ years of direct experience preparing metallurgical or materials test specimens
• Demonstrated experience performing mechanical tests (tensile, hardness, etc.)
• Demonstrated experience with metallographic preparation and analysis
• Demonstrated experience operating heat treatment furnaces
• Demonstrated experience operating basic machine shop equipment (lathes, mills, band saws)
• Familiarity with ASTM or other relevant testing standards
• Demonstrated experience working in an aerospace, automotive, or R&D laboratory environment
• Demonstrated experience handling both metallic and non-metallic (polymers, composites, ceramics) materials

Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.


To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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