Chemistry Lab Tech (Aerospace Materials/Fluids & Spectroscopy)

Moseley Technical Services, Inc.; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 46,838 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is hiring a mid-level Chemical Laboratory Technician to support MP&P testing in Seattle, WA on a six-month contract. The role analyzes fluids, lubricants, contamination, and materials using XRF, FTIR, GC/GC-MS, titrators, and pH meters.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and hands-on experience with the listed instruments, plus strong QA, safety, and regulatory compliance. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
• Experience operating analytical laboratory instrumentation (XRF, FTIR, GC/GC-MS, titrators, pH meters).
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to perform laboratory testing with quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform QA testing and analysis of fluids, lubricants, and chemical materials.
• Operate analytical lab equipment including XRF, FTIR, GC/GC-MS, pH meters, titrators.
• Conduct testing to qualify new materials, tools, parts, and processes.
• Prepare reagents, calibration standards, and verification materials.
• Maintain equipment with calibration records and preventive maintenance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

XRF

FTIR

GC/GC-MS

Automated titrators

Manual titration

pH meters

Microsoft Excel

Office Suite

Job description

Mid-Level Chemical Laboratory Technician

Materials, Processes, & Physics | Aerospace Testing

Seattle, WA

$34.60 - $48.30/Hour

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law.

We are hiring an Associate or Mid-Level Chemical Laboratory Technician to support Materials, Processes & Physics (MP&P) testing in Seattle, Washington. This six-month contract role supports aerospace engineering through laboratory analysis of fluids, lubricants, contamination, and material testing using analytical instrumentation including XRF, FTIR, GC/GC-MS, automated titrators, pH meters, and ASTM/SAE laboratory methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality assurance (QA) testing and analysis of fluids, lubricants, and chemical materials.
• Operate analytical laboratory equipment including XRF, FTIR, GC/GC-MS, pH meters, automated titrators, and manual titration systems.
• Conduct laboratory testing to qualify new materials, equipment, tools, parts, and manufacturing processes.
• Prepare laboratory reagents, calibration standards, and verification materials to ensure accurate instrument performance.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, including calibration records and preventive maintenance activities.
• Support complex failure investigations by analyzing failed materials and processes, determining root causes, documenting findings, and recommending corrective actions.
• Develop and execute laboratory test plans while documenting results and technical recommendations.
• Assist with the development, validation, and revision of laboratory procedures, specifications, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment by following laboratory SOPs and implementing 5S principles.
• Coordinate laboratory testing activities and support customer testing requirements and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry.
• Experience operating analytical laboratory instrumentation, including:
  • XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence)
  • FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy)
  • GC and/or GC-MS
  • Automated titrators
  • Manual titration techniques
  • pH meters
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to perform laboratory testing while maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work onsite in Seattle, Washington.
• Must be available for first-shift training followed by a second-shift schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience documenting laboratory test results and communicating technical findings to customers.
• Experience performing laboratory testing in accordance with ASTM, SAE, or other industry standards.
• Experience coordinating laboratory testing schedules and customer requirements.
• Experience supporting laboratory process improvements and technical procedure development.

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.