Materials & Process Technician 4

• Execute and develop materials and process test methods including chemical mechanical physical and nondestructive testing to validate aerospace structures and materials (e.g. Static and Dynamic Mechanical Testing Systems DSC DMA Microscopy)
• Build instrument inspect test and analyze composite and metallic structures in accordance with engineering requirements and specifications
• Record and report test results using specialized software (e.g. Instron Bluehill MTS TestSuite TA TRIOS).
• Analyze and interpret test data to support engineering decisions including design validation troubleshooting and process improvement
• Operate maintain and troubleshoot laboratory and NDT equipment to ensure accuracy repeatability and compliance with applicable standards
• Develop and refine test setups fixtures and methodologies to improve efficiency capability and data quality
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations identifying material and process-related issues and recommending corrective actions
• Generate clear and accurate technical documentation including test reports procedures and data summaries (e.g. Excel MATLAB or similar tools)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering manufacturing and quality teams to support product development certification and production needs
• Mentor and train technicians and inspectors in test methods equipment usage and best practices
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to improve lab throughput process efficiency and cost performance
• Ensure adherence to safety standards regulatory requirements and internal procedures
• Regular reliable and predictable attendance.

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology Materials Science Composites Technology or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered
• 5 years of relevant experience in materials testing aerospace manufacturing or laboratory environment (e.g. AS9100 NADCAP QMS)
• NDT certification UT/VT/ST preferred (e.g. NAS 410 or ASNT SNT-TC-1A)
• Direct experience with composite materials fabrication structural bonding and testing
• Demonstrated experience working with engineering drawings specifications and test procedures (e.g. ASTM ISO SACMA MIL-SPEC)
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate technical results effectively
• Perform physical requirements of the position including use of tools equipment lifting 50 lbs. pass eye examination

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical vision dental with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health Employee Assistance Program and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations
  

Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug-free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex national origin color age disability religion pregnancy veteran status marital and family status sexual orientation receipt of public assistance genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.