Materials & Processes TestingTechnician | Materials & Processing
The Materials and Processes (M&P) team is responsible for material testing and qualification, testing of process control coupons, fabrication and repair processes, technical supplier management, disposition of nonconforming parts, and destructive testing of composite parts. M&P supports all the different systems of the aircraft including batteries, motors, landing gear, structures, flight controls, electrical systems and finishing. Testing is done to inspect raw material, verify production processes, qualify new suppliers, improve processes, and develop new products. The M&P Technician will be responsible for carrying out fabrication, testing and reporting in support of the above mention activities.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Manufacture and test panels for thermal runaway protection
Qualification testing of new materials
Machine and test process control coupons for composite parts
Fabricate and test specimens for receiving inspection of raw materials
Destructive testing of composite parts. Cut parts, take cross sections, machine specimens, and test
Testing to improve existing processes
Testing for R&D of new material and new processes
Minimum Qualifications:
Detail oriented and well organized
Must have good hands-on skills and experience
Familiarity with mechanical testing
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
Experience building and testing composite parts with either wet-layup, autoclave cures, or oven cures
Experience using test equipment such as a load frames, analytical lab equipment, and microscopes
Experience using manual or CNC machining equipment
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activities (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces), bending, reaching, handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, picking, punching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield, respirators), gloves, and hearing protection. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or automobile. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization. Some positions entail working with small parts/components. Employees must have excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
Compensation
$35—$40 USD