Step into Leadership – Join PDS Tech Commercial and Drive Innovation and Excellence as a Lead Engineering Technician in Clearwater, FL! 

Role Overview:

As the Lead Materials Engineering Technician, you will be at the forefront of supporting the analytical lab activities within the Clearwater Materials Engineering organization. Your expertise will directly influence the quality and reliability of aerospace materials and components, ensuring high-performance standards are met in the aviation industry. This is a dynamic, multi-dimensional role, where every day brings new challenges. You will handle hands-on operation of analytical equipment and collaborate with a team of engineers and technicians to conduct critical testing and evaluations.

Key Responsibilities:

Operate a wide range of analytical equipment, supporting both incoming inspection and engineering evaluations.

Focus primarily on Metals and Fluids Labs, but assist with other areas like Chemistry and Polymers as needed.

Perform failure analysis, metallurgical sample prep, and tensile testing.

Support both production and engineering teams by providing technical expertise and high-quality analysis.

Manage multiple concurrent assignments with minimal oversight.

Collaborate with Engineers and cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges.

Take a proactive role in managing laboratory operations and coordinating testing schedules.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a metallurgical or analytical laboratory environment.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Expertise in aerospace materials and processes.

Experience with laboratory information management systems.

Familiarity with metallographic techniques for analyzing electronic components.

Background in other laboratory techniques such as FTIR, SEM, and analytical chemistry.

 

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights? If you have the skills, passion, and drive to make an impact, apply now and join a team dedicated to excellence in aerospace materials testing and innovation. 

We look forward to your application! 

 

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.     

Pay Details: $33.00 to $34.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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