R&T Lab Technician
Core
Perform mechanical testing and analysis of advanced composite materials for aerospace and defense markets in an industrial R&D laboratory.
Role type
R&D Mechanical Test Technician
Builds
Test data and reports for next-generation lightweight composite materials
Domain
Aerospace / Materials Science / Mechanical Testing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
mechanical testing of composites and polymers, operating universal testing systems (Instron, Shimadzu, MTS), specimen preparation, interpreting engineering drawings, basic statistical analysis, Microsoft Excel proficiency
Preferred skills
familiarity with ASTM/ISO aerospace test methods, knowledge of tensile/compression/shear/fatigue/fracture testing, experience with extensometers and strain measurement systems
Technologies
Instron, Shimadzu, MTS, universal test machines, balances, scales, calipers
Responsibilities
Set up equipment and perform testing following standard procedures, collect data using measurement devices, prepare test data reports, document observations and discrepancies, maintain departmental logs and records, participate in EHS and 5S team efforts
Seniority
Individual Contributor, hands-on technical execution
