Senior Metallurgical Test Analyst (SEM/EDS)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Production Support Group contributor for metallurgical investigations and material analysis at our East Hartford site. The role involves microstructural evaluation of aerospace materials and SEM/EDS-based failure analysis in a production support context.

The ideal candidate holds a metallurgy or materials science degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, and is adept with lab protocols and various analytical instruments.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, or related field equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Successful candidate must have 2 years of experience using analytical instruments to evaluate materials, and a firm understanding of lab protocols.
• The candidate must have a working knowledge of various types of analytical test equipment, as well as an understanding of general manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Participate in investigations involving complex chemical and metallurgical problems, using established as well as innovative techniques.
• Perform microstructural analyses related to the evaluation of aerospace materials for compliance to standards.
• Familiar with current SEM/EDS techniques including sample preparation, microscope operation, and image data collection and analysis.
• Perform SEM/EDS investigation on both non-metallic and metallic samples for failure analysis, general sample characterization, and material identification.
• Possess a strong work ethic; the ability to work independently, and prioritize work flow, is critical.
• Provide clear, concise, and accurate lab reports.
• Interact effectively with customers at all levels.

Skills

Analytical instruments experience

Metallurgy knowledge

Education

B.S./Advanced degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science

Tools

SEM/EDS equipment

Job description

Pratt & Whitney is seeking a Production Support Group contributor for metallurgical investigations and material analysis at our East Hartford site. The role involves microstructural evaluation of aerospace materials and SEM/EDS-based failure analysis in a production support context.

The ideal candidate holds a metallurgy or materials science degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, and is adept with lab protocols and various analytical instruments.