R&T Lab Technician

Hexcel Corporation; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Hexcel Corporation is seeking an R&D Mechanical Test Technician in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves setting up testing equipment, executing standard tests, and collecting data to support engineers developing next-generation aerospace materials.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with universal testing systems and familiarity with ASTM/ISO methods, along with strong attention to detail and data reporting skills.

Qualifications

• Experience performing mechanical testing of materials, especially composites, polymers, honeycomb structures, adhesives, metals, or aerospace materials.
• Hands-on experience operating universal testing systems (Instron, Shimadzu, MTS) preferred.
• Familiarity with ASTM/ISO aerospace material test methods.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and perform testing following standard procedures.
• Collect data using balances, scales, calipers, and universal testing machines.
• Prepare reports of test data and results per procedures.
• Communicate data, findings, and issues to R&D teams.
• Maintain lab files, logs, and records for future reference.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree preferred

Tools

Instron

Shimadzu

MTS

Universal testing machines

Job description

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advanced lightweight composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and engineered core and composite structures. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices, and R&D centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

Hexcel is currently seeking a R&D Mechanical Test Technician for our Salt Lake City, UT, USA location. The selected individual will be responsible for but not limited to the following obligations:

• Autonomously performing technical work to support engineers developing the next generation of advanced materials for the aerospace and space and defense markets in a state-of-the-art laboratory with research and development equipment in an industrial setting
• Set up equipment and perform testing or analysis, following standard test procedures to assure safe practice and valid results. Problem solving of minor issues with recognized tools.
• Collect data utilizing various measurement devices such as balances, scales, calipers, and universal test machines.
• Perform calculations as necessary, prepare reports of test data and results in accordance with specified procedures.
• Communicate data/findings/problems to small groups within own R&D function by verbal or written communication.
• Document and recognize observations and discrepancies in data and/or outputs on familiar equipment.
• Maintaining departmental files, logs, and records of past experiments and/or tests for future references.
• Maintaining a clean, safe working environment, ensuring lab equipment is in acceptable order.
• Participate in small EHS or 5S team efforts, act as calibration or maintenance officers, or other safety/maintenance efforts.
• Candidate is expected to be able to work independently and with a high attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate Degree in Engineering Technology, Materials Science, Mechanical Technology, or related technical field preferred.
• Experience performing mechanical testing of materials, particularly composites, polymers, honeycomb structures, adhesives, metals, or aerospace materials preferred.
• Hands-on experience operating Instron, Shimadzu, MTS, or equivalent universal testing systems strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ASTM, ISO, and aerospace material test methods is highly desirable.
• Experience with specimen preparation, test fixtures, extensometers, strain measurement systems, and laboratory instrumentation preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, test procedures, and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of mechanical properties testing, including tensile, compression, shear, flexural, fatigue, and fracture testing, is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to collect, analyze, and report accurate test data.
• Basic statistical analysis skills and proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Eligible candidate must be a US Citizen

Eligible candidates must be a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, person lawfully admitted for permanent residence, temporary resident under sections 210(a) or 245(A) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, person admitted in refugee status, or person granted asylum. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.