Advanced Composites Technician
Advanced Composites Technician
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The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) is seeking a Advanced Composites Technician to join our Advanced Composites Group within the Structures and Materials Engineering Division. This senior-level role involves managing composite materials testing labs supervising technical staff and executing mechanical and environmental testing of advanced composite materials.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace and defense technologies in a collaborative and fast-paced research environment. The ideal candidate will be hands-on detail-oriented and capable of balancing lab management responsibilities with technical execution.
Core Duties
Fabricate and QC composite test specimens
Operate and maintain Instron and MTS test systems
Develop and run test methods using Bluehill Universal and MTS Testworks 4
Assemble and maintain high-pressure (3000 psi) hydraulic and compressed air systems
Calibrate and troubleshoot test instrumentation(strain gages LVDTs extensometers)
Implement and monitor lab safety quality and scheduling practices
Support lab documentation and reporting in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 standards
T3
Associate degree in Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering or similar
Minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in a mechanical testing lab
Proficiency in mechanical assembly fabrication and use of lab tools
Basic knowledge of electrical signals and electromechanical troubleshooting
Familiarity with ASTM composite test standards
Working knowledge of algebra trigonometry and unit conversions
Skilled with Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint
Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills
Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen
A T4 must meet all T3 minimum qualifications in addition to the qualifications listed below.
12 years of relevant experience
Leadership or supervision of technical staff
Advanced experience in composite layup machining and testing
Extensive experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation
Strong familiarity with industry standards and testing best practices
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:
10 years of experience in composites or testing laboratories
C-SCAN NDE Level 1 or 2 certification
Experience with ISO 9001:2015 NADCAP or A2LA quality systems
Data reduction and analysis expertise
Basic machine shop skills tool and jig design experience
Advanced troubleshooting of electromechanical systems
Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the principles of diversity equity and inclusion. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity achieve equitable outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer we will not discriminate against minorities women protected veterans individuals with disabilities or on the basis of age race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
