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Engineer the Future of Aerospace Materials: Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Materials Engineer!

**PDS Tech Commercial** is seeking an experienced **Materials Engineer** to support the Scattershot program, focusing on material selection, characterization, and lifing for aerospace components. Material Lifing is when you analyze the material to understand what the life of the material will be so that you know when to inspect for and/or replace components. This high-impact role requires deep technical expertise and a strong understanding of how materials perform over time in demanding environments. If you’re ready to apply your knowledge to cutting-edge aerospace initiatives, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

+ **Material Characterization:**

+ Analyze and characterize metals, polymers, and composites using advanced instrumentation (e.g., SEM, TEM, XRD, FTIR)

+ Interpret microstructural and compositional data to assess performance

+ **Material Lifing:**

+ Evaluate degradation mechanisms and life expectancy of materials

+ Conduct accelerated life testing and environmental exposure assessments

+ Develop predictive models for material lifespan

+ **Reporting & Documentation:**

+ Prepare comprehensive reports detailing methodologies, findings, and recommendations

+ Ensure documentation meets industry and regulatory standards

+ **Collaboration:**

+ Advise engineers and design teams on material selection and application

+ Participate in technical meetings and project planning sessions

+ **Continuous Improvement:**

+ Stay current with advancements in material science and lifing methodologies

+ Identify and implement process improvements and best practices

Required Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

+ 4–6 years of experience in materials engineering or a related field

+ Experience in material selection for aerospace components

+ Hands-on experience with material characterization techniques

+ Proven understanding of material lifing and degradation analysis

+ Familiarity with engineering blueprints and specifications

+ Strong judgment and creativity in solving complex engineering challenges

Why Join Us?

At **PDS Tech Commercial** , you’ll contribute to mission-critical aerospace programs and collaborate with top-tier professionals in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

+ **Pay Rate:** $66.35/hour

+ **Work Schedule:** 1 st shift

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a materials expert ready to shape the future of aerospace engineering, apply today to join **PDS Tech Commercial** and make a lasting impact.

**Pay Details:** $66.35 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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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

+ The California Fair Chance Act

+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.