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Pratt & Whitney · 2 hours ago

Characterization Lab Technician - 2nd Shift (Onsite)

Carlsbad, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25.65/hr - $48.11/hr

4+ years exp

Pratt & Whitney is a leader in the aerospace industry, dedicated to transforming the future of flight. They are seeking a Characterization Lab Technician to support research and development of Ceramic Matrix Composite materials, focusing on sample preparation, data collection, and laboratory maintenance.

Aviation & Aerospace

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Sample Preparation: Preparation and verification of samples in accordance with standard operating procedures ensuring that they are properly sized, mounted, and marked with proper identification. Mounting specimens in epoxy, grinding and polishing as well as sputter coating

Characterization: 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

Machine & Lab Maintenance: 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

This position is 2nd shift. Hours are Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:30pm

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

Company

Pratt & Whitney

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Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is a global leader in propulsion systems, powering the most advanced aircraft in the world, and we are shaping the future of aviation.

Founded in 1925

East Hartford, CT, US

10001+ employees