Pratt & Whitney · 10 hours ago
Metallurgical Test Engineer (Onsite)
Pratt & Whitney is transforming the future of flight by designing and servicing innovative engines. They are seeking a Metallurgical Test Engineer to perform metallographic evaluations and ensure quality documentation of materials and processes, while collaborating with various engineering and operations teams to address metallurgical challenges.
Responsibilities
Perform metallographic evaluation and documentation of various processes including advance aluminides coating, EDM, braze, grinding used in blade and vanes airfoils
Provide clear, concise and accurate lab reports
Maintain records, mounts and sample residue retention
Monitor testing frequency of all processes
Develop cut up and evaluation sheet for all tested parts
Perform annual ESA/MCL audit and five years MCL Source Qualification surveys
Interacts with other functional groups (e.g., engineering, manufacturing, materials) on routine technical matters
Investigation of various parts and process related problems
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree and 6+ months of experience within Engineering, R&D or Metallurgical Lab, supporting laboratory related activities and studies; OR Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience
US citizenship required due to government contracts
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret-level Security Clearance
Preferred
Preferred fields of study include Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Working knowledge of MCL Lab operations, processes, procedures, best-practices and quality standards, ideally in an aerospace environment
Ability to use inspection tooling, and materials lab testing equipment including metallographic mount and polish, microscopes and other equipment
Operational experience in metallurgical evaluation lab and use of metallurgical lab equipment
General experience with Metallographic Techniques for Thermal Spray Coatings
Knowledge of Welding Metallurgy and P&W coating specifications
Experience interpreting technical data, engine manuals and blueprints
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA)
Experience working with Microsoft Office, SAP ERP, Solumina and Teamcenter systems
Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization including senior level management and customers
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401(k) match
Flexible spending accounts
Flexible work schedules
Employee assistance program
Employee Scholar Program
Parental leave
Paid time off
Holidays
Company
Pratt & Whitney
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.
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