Metallurgy Lab Technician

Job Summary

We’re looking for an Metallurgy Lab Technician to support aerospace and industrial gas turbine manufacturing and engineering operations through hands-on technical testing, evaluation, and process support. In this role, you’ll work in a metallurgy lab environment, prepare and evaluate test specimens, record and report results, and help maintain equipment readiness, safety, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. What you do here has real-world impact—every day.

Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:00p

What You’ll Be Doing

• Set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain metallurgy lab equipment.
• Prepare test specimens for evaluation, testing, and analysis.
• Perform measurements and analytical evaluations using standard and non-standard methods.
• Conduct micro/macro hardness testing, cutting, mounting, polishing, and etching of superalloys.
• Use optical microscopy, SEM microscopy, and related lab tools to support technical evaluations.
• Record, analyze, and report test results, including charts, graphs, and technical summaries as needed.
• Follow instructions, checklists, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain lab supplies, materials, chemicals, and equipment readiness.
• Perform safety checks and follow all required health, safety, and PPE practices.
• Support internal customers by preparing and presenting technical work.
• Move gas turbine parts and miscellaneous equipment throughout the facility.
• Travel occasionally, as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma/GED with equivalent work experience.
• 2 to 4 years of experience as an engineering technician in aerospace, industrial gas turbine, laboratory, manufacturing, or repair environments.
• Hands-on experience working in a metallurgy lab.
• Experience reading, interpreting, and following ASTM, ASME, AMS, or mill specifications.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine and moderately complex technical or production issues.
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluently in English.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and multitasking skills.
• Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Ni, Co, steel alloys, and superalloys.
• Experience with SEM microscopy and optical microscopy.
• Experience creating detailed technical reports.
• Prior experience supporting process improvement, product development, production support, or technical project delivery.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in lab and manufacturing environments.
• Role requires use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of lab equipment, materials, supplies, and chemicals.
• May require handling and moving gas turbine parts, test samples, and miscellaneous equipment throughout the facility.

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