R&D Surface Treatment Intern

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high‑tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety.

This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI).

As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

The R&D Surface Treatment Engineer Intern works closely with the Materials & Processes Manager and R&D Surface Treatment Engineer. Under general direction on assigned projects, the primary function is to provide support to the LISI Aerospace US R&D Team regarding all aspects of surface treatment related to aerospace fasteners. This encompasses formulation, evaluations and selection of lubrication, plating and coating products, but also surface preparation and thermal treatments.

The R&D Surface Treatment Engineer Intern contributes engineering principles to assuring the finished product meets all end‑user requirements for the products in development.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirement which represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:

• Assists the Materials & Processes Manager and R&D Surface Treatment Engineer as assigned, with research, development, testing, and proper design of all surface treatments.
• Assist in pilot plant activities for new product testing.
• Assists and interfaces with production, testing laboratory and design staff with actions related to evaluation, selection, specification and validation of new or existing products. This includes activities such as coating evaluation studies (health and safety analysis, regulatory compliance), physical, environmental and mechanical testing (Chemical analysis, static or dynamic tests, embrittlement, friction evaluations, electrical properties, adhesion), environmental testing (Temperature, corrosion, fluid resistance).
  
  All these activities are conducted in a documented manner, based on verified results and analysis, and providing clear reporting to team and management at all levels.
• As a member of a project team, assist with actions related to evaluation, selection, specification and technical validation of surface‑related processes. This includes surface preparation, cleaning, plating and coating processes, and secondary lubrication selection and specification for prototypes and products in development, industrialization or manufacturing phases.
• Evaluate advanced surface treatment solutions that would bring best technical or economical performance to company fastener core business.
• Develops generic test methodology and test plans for surface treatment and processes evaluations/validations in coordination with other LISI AEROSPACE entities so as to build common procedures and databases. Define and develop dedicated product validation test plan to assess mechanical, physical and functional performances of new products for validation of design and manufacturing processes. Ensure data analysis and proper results and conclusions record in documented test reports.
• Participate with R&D Laboratory, maintaining and operating R&D Lab equipment and software.
• Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI…