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RTX · 1 month ago

Characterization Lab Technician - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

PW192: Carlsbad 5940 Darwin Court , Carlsbad, CA, 92008 USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25.65/hr - $48.11/hr

4+ years exp

RTX is a leading company in the aerospace sector, focusing on the design and servicing of advanced engines. They are seeking a Characterization Lab Technician to support the research and development of Ceramic Matrix Composite materials by executing various material characterization methods and maintaining lab operations.

AerospaceManufacturingSecuritySensorTelecommunications

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Preparation and verification of samples in accordance with standard operating procedures ensuring that they are properly sized, mounted, and marked with proper identification

Configuring testing apparatus, acquiring test specimens, setting parameters

Operating microscopes (SEM, laser, confocal), collection of images, performing EDS analysis, Pycnometry

Collecting data from characterization method, processing data, preparing data per the requirements of engineering for analysis

Documenting test procedures, results, and findings in reports for engineering evaluation

Ensuring that machines and equipment are properly calibrated, maintained and operable

Maintaining lab supplies and general lab support

Working safely in compliance with all environmental, health and safety requirements and identification of opportunities to reduce risk in these areas

Assist in the development of advanced test techniques and processes using continuous improvement tools

All other duties as assigned

Qualification

Sample preparationCharacterization equipmentData collectionComputer skillsAttention to detailSafe work practices

Required

HS diploma (or equivalent, e.g. G.E.D in the US) with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience

Preferred

AS degree in chemistry, physics or engineering

5+ years experience in manufacturing or laboratory environment

Sample preparation such as mounting specimens in epoxy, grind & polish and sputter coating

Familiarity running characterization equipment, such as SEM/EDS, digital and laser microscopes and related image analysis

Setting up and running experiments

Rigorous attention to detail when executing instructions

Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Atlassian JIRA, and work order systems

Understanding of safe work practices in an environment with furnaces, saws, solvents, acids/bases, etc

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life, short term disability, long term disability benefits

Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays

401-K with company match

Other innovative benefits including deals and discounts

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Company

RTX

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RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.

Founded in 1922

Arlington, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees