Aerospace Test & Evaluation Lab Technician – Structural Testing & Materials Analysis

Aerospace Test & Evaluation Lab Technician

Structural Testing & Materials Analysis

Tukwila WA

$36.05 - $45.18/Hour

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law

We are seeking an Aerospace Test & Evaluation Lab Technician to support structural testing materials evaluation and mechanical characterization of aerospace components aircraft structures and composite materials in Tukwila WA. This role involves conducting static fatigue proof and materials testing using servo-hydraulic and mechanical test systems MTS software applications data acquisition systems and engineering analysis tools while supporting commercial and military aerospace programs.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct mechanical testing of aerospace materials aircraft components subassemblies and structural test articles to determine mechanical properties and performance characteristics.
• Develop fabricate and validate test articles fixtures load introduction systems instrumentation strategies and test setups to achieve engineering test objectives.
• Operate servo-hydraulic and mechanical-screw load frames using MTS testing software applications and associated data acquisition systems.
• Execute testing in accordance with ASTM aerospace military and internal engineering specifications.
• Coordinate test requirements and determine appropriate test methods equipment capabilities and instrumentation approaches.
• Collaborate with design engineering and fabrication teams to develop test configurations and support test readiness activities.
• Operate test equipment hardware and software to implement approved test plans and detailed procedures.
• Follow established safety plans test procedures compliance requirements and operational checklists.
• Collect process reduce and analyze test data to evaluate structural performance and material behavior.
• Prepare technical reports engineering documentation test summaries and findings for engineering review.
• Support multiple concurrent test programs and assist team members with test setup execution troubleshooting and documentation activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment fixtures instrumentation and testing systems to ensure operational readiness.
• Troubleshoot test equipment instrumentation and data acquisition issues as required.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Associate degree and typically 1 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a laboratory testing engineering manufacturing or technical environment.
• Experience supporting mechanical testing materials testing structural testing or laboratory operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and standard PC applications.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand test setups equipment operation and troubleshooting activities.
• Ability to follow detailed test procedures engineering instructions and safety requirements.
• Experience collecting documenting and reporting technical data.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience planning and executing structural static fatigue proof or durability testing.
• Experience testing metallic and composite aerospace structures components or airframe assemblies.
• Familiarity with structural test equipment including servo-hydraulic test systems load frames load cells fixtures and instrumentation.
• Experience with MTS software applications including TWE MPT TW4 and MTS 793.
• Experience using CAD software such as CATIA SolidWorks or similar engineering design tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Python SQL or other data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience performing data reduction engineering analysis and technical report generation.
• Aerospace aviation defense or engineering laboratory experience.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced testing environment.

Moseley Technical Services Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation which may include education criminal and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits including medical and supplemental insurance and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

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Moseley Technical Services Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense manufacturing government and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity transparency and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of World Class Service. World Class Company.