Metallurgist

Michael Page; York (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for an Aerospace Materials Scientist on behalf of a Northeastern-based aerospace and industrial manufacturing client. The role focuses on analyzing materials, driving metallurgical evaluations, and ensuring compliance with quality standards across regulated industries.

The successful applicant will work with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Engineering teams to support continuous improvement, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare technical documentation and

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in a materials-related field.
• 1+ years of metallurgical or materials engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain mechanical, physical, chemical, and metallographic testing equipment.
• Evaluate incoming materials for customer and purchase specifications.
• Perform metallurgical analysis including hardness testing, metallography, and materials characterization.
• Prepare material certifications and documentation for customer and regulatory requirements.
• Lead root cause investigations on material deviations and support NADCAP/pyrometry requirements.

Skills

Metallography

Hardness testing

Heat treatment

Materials analysis

Root cause analysis

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science/Metallurgy or related field

Tools

Metallurgical lab equipment

Spectrometers/EDS/SEM

Job description

Aerospace Materials Scientist

Analyze materials and testing to support aerospace product quality. Drive metallurgical evaluations, compliance, and process improvement.

About Our Client

Our client is a Northeastern-based aerospace and industrial manufacturing organization serving major OEMs across highly regulated industries. They specialize in engineered sealing and piston ring solutions requiring complex material specifications, stringent quality standards, and full traceability. Their culture emphasizes technical excellence, customer focus, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement within advanced manufacturing environments.

Job Description

Operate and maintain mechanical, physical, chemical, and metallographic testing equipment. Manage materials laboratory operations, including equipment maintenance, calibration, and inventory control. Evaluate incoming materials to ensure compliance with customer and purchase specifications. Perform metallurgical analysis including hardness testing, metallographic examination, and materials characterization. Maintain and operate heat-treating furnaces and ovens, including atmosphere-controlled equipment. Investigate material and process deviations and prepare technical reports with corrective action recommendations. Support production teams through technical materials expertise and troubleshooting. Prepare material certifications and documentation supporting customer and regulatory requirements. Review customer drawings, specifications, and material requirements for new and existing programs. Analyze returned materials and lead root cause investigations. Research and evaluate new materials, customer proposals, and material specifications. Support customer audits and special process compliance initiatives. Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Engineering teams. Participate in internal audits supporting NADCAP, heat treat, and pyrometry requirements. Assist customers, distributors, and sales teams with material application support. Support continuous improvement and special projects as assigned.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related technical field. 1+ years of relevant metallurgical or materials engineering experience. Strong understanding of phase diagrams, metallography, hardness testing, and heat treatment processes. Experience operating materials testing and laboratory equipment. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and material requirements. Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities. Excellent technical documentation and report-writing skills. Aerospace manufacturing experience preferred. Knowledge of NADCAP requirements preferred. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams. Must qualify as a U.S. Person due to ITAR requirements.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and bonus opportunity. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and company-paid insurance benefits. 401(k) plan with company match. High-impact role supporting advanced aerospace manufacturing programs. Opportunity to work with cutting-edge materials, testing technologies, and technical manufacturing processes. Temperature-controlled work environment and strong career development opportunities.