Technician, Laboratory
North Kansas City, MO 
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Job Description
General Accountability

Reports Directly To: Manager, Engineering

Reports Functionally To: Vice President, Engineering & Quality

Provides material analysis and reporting support using material laboratory facilities. Provides analytical services to support failure analysis, reliability investigations, warranty or litigation cases, special process certification or material acceptance for regulatory and contractual requirements.

Direct Reports Include: N/A

Immune Specific Accountabilities

  • Recognizes and understands flight/product safety critical parts and processes.
  • Responsible for immediately reporting flight/product safety concerns.
  • Participates in proactive risk analysis of flight/product safety critical parts and processes.
  • Recognizes and understands the Just Culture policy.


Specific Accountabilities

  • Prepares complex metallurgical tests according to prescribed procedures and maintains records of results.
  • Prepares samples for metallographic analysis including sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching and electro-etching.
  • Ensures compliance to the applicable internal quality requirements.
  • Tracks and distributes test results. Records batch information and prepares logs for traceability.
  • Provides all laboratory services, records and analysis necessary for the support of repair developments.
  • Provides assistance in the interpretation of materials test results and advises on appropriate laboratory analytical techniques to be used for failure analysis, research or ongoing support.
  • Schedules production and project work and generates delivery measures of performance.
  • Maintains all laboratory files and records necessary for the regulatory and contractual needs of the company.
  • Maintains and orders necessary equipment and consumables to perform all laboratory work.
  • Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
  • Carries out other duties as assigned.


Technical Requirements

  • Strong planning, organizational, analytical, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of manufacturing processes such as brazing, plating, metallizing, welding and heat treatment.
  • Working knowledge of production management computer systems.
  • Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
  • Experience in a metallurgical or chemical laboratory environment.


Nice to Have:

  • College diploma in engineering, sciences, metallurgy; or equivalent.


Background Information

The typical minimum level of education to perform this job competently is equivalent to high school graduation and completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school. The person requires an ability to understand, utilize and communicate specialized information in speech and written text. This specialized training is often formalized and recognized by a specific certificate, diploma or license.

Directly/indirectly related work experience representing continuous learning and required for someone to perform this job competently is one to three years.

Ongoing work assignments typically have clearly defined goals. The incumbent's education, training, and previous experience ensure work assignments are successfully carried out because he/she understands what is expected, as well as the best approach to take.

About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.
StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
Security Clearance Note
Engineering
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