Associate, Materials Process Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
Los Angeles, CA0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
L3Harris is seeking an Associate, Materials Process Engineer to support laboratory functions. This role involves conducting tests for material acceptance, shelf-life extension, and inert materials characterization. The position also contributes to laboratory operations, including 5S+1, workflow maximization, and equipment management.
Key Responsibilities
- Test non-metallic materials using instruments such as balances, ovens, hotplates, spectrometers, DSC, thermal testing equipment, and SEM.
- Fabricate, cure, and inspect non-metallic materials test panels using equipment like ovens, caul plates, hydraulic presses, and autoclaves.
- Assist chemists with general wet chemistry processes.
- Conduct testing according to ASTM/MIL/ISO standards, standard work documents, and custom work requests.
- Measure specific properties, record data, and perform calculations to generate reports according to material specification requirements.
- Assist in investigations for production and development programs, suggesting relevant testing and presenting gained information.
- Communicate with members from other teams and departments to facilitate work and enterprise test efforts.
- Maintain laboratory readiness and cleanliness through 5S+1, kitting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications
- Applicants must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, OR have completed their bachelor's degree within the last 12 months.
Tech Stack
- Balances
- Ovens
- Hotplates
- Spectrometers
- DSC
- Thermal testing equipment
- SEM
- Caul plates
- Hydraulic presses
- Autoclaves
- 5S+1
- ASTM/MIL/ISO standards