Application Engineering Testing Technician Aerospace
About The Position
This position is part of Henkel’s Adhesive Technologies business unit, which develops adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. The Application Engineering Testing Technician performs analytical and mechanical testing of adhesive, composite, and metallic materials; maintains and operates laboratory equipment; and supports internal and external technical requests and projects. The role includes evaluating and interpreting test data, maintaining test methods and equipment in compliance with safety and calibration requirements, reporting results, training Henkel personnel, demonstrating products and tests to customers, and supporting customer audits.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required; a bachelor's degree is preferred in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
- Ability to closely follow written procedures, test methods, and technical instructions.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software, laboratory systems, and digital tools quickly.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Knowledge of 5S principles, laboratory safety standards, and general safe laboratory practices.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of relevant experience preferred, including internships, co-ops, academic research, application engineering, laboratory, or chemistry-related experience.
- Experience with mechanical and analytical testing equipment such as TGA, DSC, and DMTA is strongly preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
Responsibilities
- Perform analytical and mechanical testing of adhesive, composite, and metallic materials.
- Troubleshoot testing issues and anomalies.
- Evaluate and interpret testing data and provide guidance on next steps or tests.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and lead or support standardization, harmonization, and administration of laboratory test methods.
- Ensure laboratory and application equipment is calibrated and safety-checked in compliance with local regulations.
- Support internal and external technical requests and projects.
- Report data promptly through physical packets and digitally in the Albert system.
- Train Henkel personnel on tests and products.
- Perform customer laboratory demonstrations.
- Support customer audits by demonstrating expertise and compliance with customer requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day one.
- Paid time off, including sick time, vacation time, and holiday time.
- 401(k) matching.
- Employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Service awards.
- Student loan reimbursement.
- 12-week gender-neutral parental leave, with up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth.
- Fertility support.
- Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
- Discounted child and elderly care.
- Scholarships.
- Skill development programs and promotional opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
