Materials Test Technician #ADV0009MU

$77,000 - $135,000/Yr

Amentum - Huntsville, AL

Full-time

Onsite - Huntsville, AL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Materials Test Technician position at Amentum involves serving as a technical specialist in materials diagnostics and metallographic analysis within the Materials Science and Metallurgy Branch at Marshall Space Flight Center. The role is integral to a high-performing team that supports NASA's mission to return humans to the Moon and beyond. The technician will collaborate with engineers and technicians, develop testing reports, and utilize computer software for data management and communication of test results.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical specialist in materials diagnostics and metallographic analysis.
• Work according to standard operating and safety procedures and develop them.
• Collaborate on a multi-disciplinary team to achieve project success and delivery in a specified timescale.
• Develop cut plans and materials diagnostics testing reports.
• Contribute to sample databases and perform general engineering tasks in metallography and materials diagnostics labs.
• Use computers and software daily to generate reports, gather data, and communicate test results.
• Interface with Engineering and Science Services Capabilities Augmentation (ESSCA) engineers, technicians, and NASA customers.

Requirements

• A degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, or related field is required.
• A degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred.
• Typically, educational and experience requirements are the equivalent of a BS with at least 5 years of experience, MS with at least 3 years of experience, or Ph.D.
• Technical experience or qualifications in Materials Science and Engineering.
• Experience in a lab environment and general lab safety.
• Highly organized with demonstrated skills to manage multiple projects to completion.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments of technology development while maintaining certifications for critical processes.
• Experience working in a team environment with technicians and engineers.
• Proficiency with computers and applicable software for data management and communication of test results.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to document findings and actions.

Nice-to-haves

• Background in materials science, metallography, and materials diagnostics.
• Experience in handling hazardous chemicals for chemical etching and safe practices for hazardous waste.
• Proficiency in data capture in a lab environment.
• Experience troubleshooting laboratory problems and implementing corrective actions.
• Experience in production and testing of aerospace hardware.
• Familiarity with ASTM test methods concerning materials compatibility and analysis.
• Experience in metallographic sample preparation and use of materials diagnostics tools.