EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Science Materials Engineering or related field required.

EXPERIENCE: At least 1 year of related work experience preferred.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

• Familiar with Material Testing Techniques.
Familiar with Materials Laboratory Equipment.

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES

• Language : Excellent written/oral communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Computer Skills : MS Office; Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop.
• Mathematical Skills : Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, rations, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Abilities : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze all aspects of a situation to gain thorough insight to make decisions
• Problem Solving: Ability to work cooperatively through complex materials issues
• Organizational Skills : Excellent organization skills; ability to prioritize; ability to meet deadlines and strong sense of urgency; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer Service : High level of commitment to customer satisfaction; strong sense or urgency
• Interpersonal Skills : Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Work Ethics : Possess a strong work ethic and willingness to get the job done in a timely manner
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of Materials Sample preparation, Etching and evaluation of metallographic specimens of bar stock, blade forging and aircraft parts (metallic and non-metallic materials); knowledge of Preparation techniques, and examination of metallurgical specimens including polishing, SEM or optical microscope evaluation, hardness testing, grain size evaluation, among others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Sedentary with computer usage for majority of day, some walking, lifting, bending and twisting. Lifting required up to 20 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Office / laboratory environment, phone / computer work, low noise level except when on the manufacturing floor where it will be medium to high level.