Materials Characterization Specialist II, SEM
Core
Conduct SEM imaging, EDX analysis, and fractography on additively manufactured metallics, metal joining, and rocket manufacturing hardware.
Role type
Senior IC materials characterization specialist (SEM/EDX)
Builds
Rocket manufacturing and launch hardware components
Domain
Aerospace manufacturing / Additive manufacturing
Required skills
SEM operation, EDX/EDS analysis, fractography, FOD analysis, sample preparation, vacuum system maintenance, metallographic preparation, documentation
Preferred skills
EBSD scanning and data processing, aerospace alloys knowledge (aluminum, nickel, copper, titanium), metal joining exposure (powder bed fusion, welding), optical microscopy
Technologies
SEM, EDX, EDS, EBSD, vacuum systems
Responsibilities
Conduct SEM imaging and EDX analysis of additively manufactured metallics and metal joining; Perform SEM fractography of mechanical test specimens and FOD/contamination analysis; Guide engineers during SEM sessions; Manage SEM requests against commit dates; Document results and perform routine calibration checks and first-line troubleshooting