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US - Lead Engineering Technician

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.
Clearwater, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/20/2025

Step into Leadership – Drive Innovation and Excellence as a Lead Engineer!

Are you an experienced Materials Engineering Technician with a passion for hands-on, cutting-edge work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoy taking on a variety of technical challenges? If so, we want you to join our team as a Lead Materials Engineering Technician, where you’ll play a key role in supporting analytical lab activities within the Aerospace sector.

In this role, you will be hands-on with a wide range of analytical equipment, working directly with materials testing, failure analysis, and engineering evaluations. This is your chance to bring your expertise to the forefront of aerospace innovation, working with a diverse team to ensure the highest level of quality in materials testing.

About the Role : As the Lead Materials Engineering Technician, you will have a diverse and exciting set of responsibilities, supporting both production materials testing and engineering evaluations. Your primary work will be in the Polymers and Chemistry Labs, but you will also have the opportunity to support other labs such as XRF, Metals, Fluids, and more. You’ll collaborate with fellow technicians, engineers, and personnel from various teams, making sure operations run smoothly, efficiently, and on time.

You will also take on a leadership role, training and guiding junior technicians and helping them navigate day-to-day tasks. As a self-motivated individual, you will be expected to manage your activities and adapt to ever-changing priorities with minimal oversight.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Operate a variety of analytical instruments to support production material testing and engineering evaluations
  • Perform polymer and chemistry testing, including DSC, TGA, TMA, IC, GC / MS, ICP, and more
  • Conduct failure analysis and evaluations, providing critical data to engineering teams
  • Support cross-functional teams, including XRF, Metals, Fluids, and other laboratory areas as needed
  • Provide leadership and training to other technicians, guiding them in day-to-day lab operations
  • Schedule and prioritize tasks, ensuring timely completion with minimal oversight
  • Maintain a safe, efficient, and organized laboratory environment
  • Support engineering roles as needed to contribute to business goals

Qualifications :

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on lab experience in polymer testing (e.g., DSC, TGA, TMA) or analytical chemistry (e.g., IC, GC / MS, ICP)
  • US Citizen
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a dynamic environment
  • Desired Qualifications :

  • AA or higher degree in a relevant field
  • Experience with aerospace materials and processes
  • Familiarity with other laboratory techniques such as metallography, FTIR, SEM, etc.
  • Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
  • Why Join Us? Enjoy a competitive pay of $33-34 Hr. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the aerospace industry, contributing to cutting-edge projects that push the boundaries of innovation. You’ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for growth and leadership. As a Lead Technician, you will not only be able to expand your own technical skill set but also help develop the next generation of talent. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages professional development.

    Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights? If you have the skills, passion, and drive to make an impact, apply now and join a team dedicated to excellence in aerospace materials testing and innovation.

    We look forward to your application!

    Pay Details : $33.00 to $34.00 per hour

    Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

    To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

    https : / / www.pdstech.com / candidate-privacy

    The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Salary : $33 - $34

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