Senior Materials Technician – R&D

Solstice Advanced Materials; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Solstice Advanced Materials is seeking a Senior R&D Technician in Spokane, WA to lead hands‑on development of advanced metal PVD sputtering targets. You will design, execute, and analyze experiments, operate specialized lab and pilot equipment, and contribute to materials characterization and process optimization.

You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to drive product development, scale‑up, and customer qualifications while ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands‑on experience with metallic materials, metallurgy, powder processing, machining, or related activities.
• Proficiency operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting lab or manufacturing equipment in R&D or manufacturing settings.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques including sample prep, metallography, dimensional measurements, and property analysis.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and document experimental data with detailed records and clear results.
• Strong problem‑solving and continuous improvement skills; able to work independently with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and document lab and pilot‑scale experiments for advanced metal PVD sputtering target development.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot R&D equipment used in powder processing, melting, metalworking, heat treatment, and characterization.
• Prepare test samples and perform metallurgical, physical, and mechanical evaluations.
• Collect, analyze, and communicate data; contribute to reports, presentations, and reviews.
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams for product development and process improvements.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality standards compliance and identify opportunities to improve lab processes and efficiency.

Skills

Metals & metallurgy

Powder processing

Machining & thermal processing

Lab equipment operation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or vocational training

Tools

XRD

SEM

Optical microscopy

Job description

As a Senior R&D Technician at Solstice, you will play a critical role in the development of advanced metal PVD sputtering targets for semiconductors and other high-technology applications. You will work closely with R&D scientists and engineers to design, execute, and analyze experiments, operate specialized laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, and support materials characterization and process optimization activities. This position requires a hands‑on technical professional with strong problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a passion for innovation in advanced materials. Your contributions will be instrumental in advancing next‑generation sputtering target technologies, accelerating product development, and delivering high‑quality material solutions that meet customer and business objectives. You will report directly to Senior R&D Manager, and you will work out of our Spokane Valley, WA facility.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, execute, and document laboratory and pilot-scale experiments supporting the development of advanced metal PVD sputtering target materials and manufacturing processes.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot R&D equipment used for powder processing, melting, metal working, heat treatment, and material characterization.

• Prepare test samples and perform metallurgical, physical, and mechanical evaluations to support materials development, process optimization, and product qualification activities.

• Collect, analyze, and communicate experimental data, maintaining accurate laboratory records and contributing to technical reports, presentations, and project reviews.

• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams to support product development, scale-up, customer qualifications, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards while identifying opportunities to improve laboratory processes, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments and tests according to established protocols and procedures

• Collect and analyze data, and prepare reports summarizing the results

• Troubleshoot technical issues and propose solutions to improve processes

• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to support the development of new technologies

• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data, and equipment maintenance

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• 6+ years of strong hands‑on experience working with metallic materials, metallurgy, powder processing, machining, thermal processing, or related materials development activities.

• Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratories or manufacturing equipment in a R&D or manufacturing environment.

• Experience with one or more materials characterization and testing techniques, including sample preparation, metallography, dimensional measurements, and analysis of material properties.

• Ability to accurately collect, analyze, and document experimental data, maintain detailed laboratory records, and communicate technical results effectively.

• Good problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement skills, with the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced R&D environment

• Experience in working with various metals (steel, copper, aluminum, titanium, tantalum, etc.)

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.

WE VALUE

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or vocational training preferred.

• Experience working with high purity metals such as copper, aluminum, titanium, refractory metals, etc.

• Familiarity with sample preparation and analytical techniques such as metallography, optical microscopy, hardness testing, density measurements, XRD, SEM or chemical analysis methods.

• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

• Previous work in aerospace, automotive, electronics or medical device industries.

The annual base salary range for this position is $59,000 - 82,000 . Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate's work experience education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS

In addition to a competitive salary, leading‑edge work, and developing solutions side‑by‑side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer‑subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays

Solstice Advanced Materials is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.

About Us

About Solstice Advanced Materials

Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high‑performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next‑generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™ and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials (https://advancedmaterials.honeywell.com/us/en) .

Job Identification 107393

Job Category Engineering

Job Schedule Full time

Locations 15128 E Euclid Ave, Spokane, WA, 99216, US

Hire Eligibility Internal and External

Relocation Package None

Pay Transparency 59,000 - 82,000