Seeking a detail-oriented Metallurgist I to support materials testing, metallurgical analysis, and manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for evaluating materials to ensure compliance with customer and internal specifications, investigating material and process deviations, and providing technical support to Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical, physical, chemical, and metallographic testing using a variety of laboratory equipment.
- Evaluate incoming materials to ensure compliance with specifications and prepare material certifications for outgoing shipments as required.
- Operate and maintain heat-treating ovens and furnaces, including controlled-atmosphere equipment.
- Investigate material and process deviations, analyze returned materials, and prepare technical reports and corrective action recommendations.
- Review customer drawings and specifications and evaluate new materials for technical feasibility.
- Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, customers, and suppliers.
- Support customer and internal audits, including special process heat-treat and pyrometry audits.
- Maintain laboratory equipment, records, testing documentation, and supply inventories.
- Assist with outsourced testing projects and special engineering initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and maintain material and equipment specifications.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Metallurgist I team members.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field.
- Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of metallurgical principles, including phase diagrams, metallographic analysis, hardness testing, and heat-treatment effects on material properties.
- Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Must meet U.S. Person eligibility requirements for ITAR compliance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with NADCAP requirements and special process audits.
- Aerospace industry experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing or materials testing laboratory environment.