Materials Test Engineer

AeroShield Materials • Waltham, MA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

AeroShield is seeking a Materials Test Engineer to support the testing and inspection of materials used in the manufacturing of silica aerogels, as well as the finished aerogel products. This role involves inspecting optical quality and fundamental material properties using both standardized and in-development testing procedures. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, passionate about learning new testing techniques, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. AeroShield values a positive team culture and is looking for someone who wants to contribute to its continuous enhancement, embodying values of Understand & Improve, Value People and Persons, and Act Sustainably. This position requires hands-on laboratory experience, an unwavering commitment to safety and data integrity, and the ability to adapt to a startup environment with shifting tasks and priorities, where the work directly contributes to advancing new technologies to market.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a tech-related field
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, distill information, consult, and suggest new approaches
• Hands-on experience (lab or R&D) with performing tests or experiments consistently/repeatably
• Accurate data collection and data entry
• Ability to use a variety of testing techniques
• Quick learner and creativity: Ability to learn quickly by leveraging all possible resources
• Highly detail-oriented and organized
• Works well in teams
• Ability to train and lead others
• Follows instructions
• Doesn’t mind repetitive tasks
• High emotional intelligence
• Takes initiative
• Ability to receive constructive feedback
• Passion for AeroShield values

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing material inspections, identifying nonconformances, and escalating appropriately
• Experience with QA/QC systems and testing
• Experience working hands-on with machinery such as pumps, ovens, compressors, and pressure vessels (training provided)
• Experience with aerogel, glass, laminate, or IGU-type materials
• Can interpret drawing and ideas
• Microsoft office, especially Excel

Responsibilities

• Learn and become a subject matter expert in testing used to assess optical quality and fundamental properties of aerogels and insulated glass units (IGUs).
• Perform testing on incoming, in process, and outgoing materials while maintaining a rigorous laboratory notebook and ensuring accurate data entry.
• Collaborate with other members of the technical team to support continuous improvement initiatives, including test method refinement, identification of recurring defects, identification of process gaps, and root cause analysis.
• Support experimental procedures and contribute to research and development efforts.
• Maintain organized and clean work areas.
• Clean and maintain all testing related equipment, including performing preventative maintenance, calibration, or calibration verification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level