Process Chemistry Specialist - MCL (On-Site)

RTX•Middletown, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CSMC organization is looking to add a Process Chemistry Specialist to the Material Control Laboratory (MCL) team. The Process Chemistry Specialist - MCL will perform chemistry related testing in support of production for major rotating hardware. The Process Chemistry Specialist - MCL will be responsible for process solution and raw material testing procedures, maintaining required testing schedules in a manufacturing production environment, and quality documentation of all materials and processes. Interpretation of specifications, procedures, and laboratory manuals to assess what testing is required and conformance to requirements is a critical aspect of this position. Gather samples and perform wet chemistry testing including titrations, pH reading, and stock loss testing. Prepare samples and perform raw material testing utilizing established test methods and techniques. Interact regularly with Production Operations and Engineering to address Process Solution issues and collaborate on effective root cause and corrective action for manufacturing-related issues. Contribute by utilizing the CORE tools and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide clear, concise, and accurate lab report; maintain records according to procedure. Monitor testing frequency of all shop processes. Investigate various parts and process related problems and own and maintain chemistry lab standard work documentation. Have availability for occasional off-shift and weekend coverage based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related field and minimum 5 years experience in an aerospace, chemicals, materials, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment OR a Master's Degree and minimum 3 years’ experience in an aerospace, chemicals, materials, manufacturing operations, quality or related environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of AS9100
Knowledge and understanding of root cause investigations, corrective actions and problem solving

Nice To Haves

Prior hands-on experience in chemical process solutions and mechanical testing techniques
Experience with PWA specifications and evaluations to MCL Manual Sections
Demonstrated proficiency in chemical processing and lab testing equipment, including ICP-OES and AAS

Responsibilities

Perform chemistry related testing in support of production for major rotating hardware.
Responsible for process solution and raw material testing procedures.
Maintain required testing schedules in a manufacturing production environment.
Quality documentation of all materials and processes.
Interpretation of specifications, procedures, and laboratory manuals to assess what testing is required and conformance to requirements.
Gather samples and perform wet chemistry testing including titrations, pH reading, and stock loss testing.
Prepare samples and perform raw material testing utilizing established test methods and techniques.
Interact regularly with Production Operations and Engineering to address Process Solution issues and collaborate on effective root cause and corrective action for manufacturing-related issues.
Contribute by utilizing the CORE tools and continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide clear, concise, and accurate lab report; maintain records according to procedure.
Monitor testing frequency of all shop processes.
Investigate various parts and process related problems and own and maintain chemistry lab standard work documentation.
Have availability for occasional off-shift and weekend coverage based on business needs.