Materials Engineer (PB2)
About Advanced Atomization Technologies
Advanced Atomization Technologies (AA TECH) is a joint venture between Parker Aerospace and GE Aviation, created to produce and support advanced fuel nozzles and related products for current and future commercial engine platforms, including aerospace and aero-derivative engines. The highly skilled and experienced team of AA TECH employees is expert in design, assembly, testing, and aftermarket support, providing our customers with a world-class product and support experience.
AA TECH offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
Variable Incentive Plan (Bonus Eligibility)
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with HSA Company Contribution
401k Plan with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement
11 Paid Holidays
Vacation Accrual
Position Summary: The Materials Engineer Prepare lab samples for analysis by utilizing metallurgical saws, hot mount press and auto grinding press. Conduct and oversee daily hardness validations on hardness test equipment. Provide Engineering support utilizing sectioned samples, destructive test methods, magnified images, and reports. Assist in prioritizing daily workflow data. Provide technical support under the direction of the Level 2 and Level 3 Materials Engineers.
The Materials Technician will be responsible for some and/or a combination of the key responsibilities below.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in analyzing and reporting accept/ reject conclusions using internal, customer and industry specifications
Provide internal communication with multifunctional departments regarding process concerns, product investigations, process improvement projects, etc.
Preparation of samples for metallographic analysis
Input data for daily tracking of lab metrics
Assist in prioritizing daily Lab workflow
Provide Engineering and Customer support (as required)
Manage all etchant materials (expired, no longer used, proper disposal, etc.)
Ensure job request packets are present, accurate and complete
Daily hardness test equipment validation (logged and tracked)
General Lab housekeeping (fume hood, saw area, sample prep area, etc.)
Perform all required Round Robin Testing
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree (BS)
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings
Strong computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Strong time management skill
Ability to adjust to changing priorities
Desired Qualifications:
Effective written and oral communication skills
Basic manufacturing environment knowledge
Safety and Compliance minded
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Basic awareness of AS9100/ ISO 9001, ISO17025
Prior materials lab experience is a plus
Use of digital microscopes
Knowledge of superalloys and manufacturing processes (vacuum brazing, welding, EDM, etc.)
Experience with round robin testing
ASM course work completion
Due to the company’s military contractor status, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident of the United States and must provide evidence of citizenship or immigration status upon applying for the position. Advanced Atomization Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. (“Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
Typical Mental and Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use hands to operate a computer. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the employee is regular attendance, the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others and members of the public, and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
(The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)
In addition to the key responsibilities listed above, this position requires successful completion of all other duties assigned by management.