RSA Lead Technician; Onsite
Listed on 2026-07-12
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Engineering
Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Title
Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.
What You Will DoPreparation of metallurgical specimens from various parts and materials in support of source approval activities (Aftermarket, and OEM as needed).
Evaluation, characterization, and documentation of materials, microstructures, and conditions resulting from common repair process, particularly coating, joining (welding and brazing), conventional machining, surface enhancement, adhesive bonding, and organic material processing.
Development/maintenance of proficiency in the use of equipment such as cut-off tools and machines, metallographic mounting presses, and polishing equipment.
Handling chemical reagents required to prepare metallurgical specimens for microstructural analyses.
Assisting RSA and ESA engineers in coordinating specimen machining and testing.
Managing sample/part logistics (e.g. shipping) and ordering for the team.
What You Will LearnYou will learn about qualification of new sources for aerospace hardware and special processes.
You will learn how to evaluate aerospace coatings to determine if they are acceptable.
You will learn how important material compatibility is to final properties for special processing.
Qualifications You Must HaveRequires an AA/AS degree (or other 2-year post high school training) with a minimum of 8 years experience in a metallurgical laboratory environment.
Experience cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching metallographic samples, as well as the subsequent evaluation of microstructures.
Qualifications We PreferPrior experience preparing and evaluating aerospace materials (nickel and cobalt based superalloys, titanium alloys, composite materials).
Prior experience with PWA specifications and evaluations to MCL Manual Sections.
Prior experience using image analysis.
Prior experience with advanced microscopy (e.g. electron microscopy and EDS analysis).
Proficiency with Office
365 applications
Demonstrated ability to understand and work to specialty laboratory procedures and work instructions.
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