Mechanical Testing Technician (1st shift)
High school-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $55k (83 that show pay).
Prepare specimens and run fatigue, fracture and monotonic mechanical tests on aerospace metals and composites.
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Why it is interesting. Hands-on fatigue, fracture and extreme-environment testing of aerospace materials across 250+ test machines.
Might not be for you. Entry-level technician work: routine specimen prep and standardized testing, not open-ended R&D.
Core polymer role:Run mechanical tests (fatigue, fracture, monotonic) on specimens of metals, composites and advanced aerospace materials at a materials test lab
- Seniority
- Technician
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- High school
- Experience
- No minimum
- Industry
- Aerospace
- Role
- Quality / Testing
Role details
Overview Pay: $20–$26/hr. DOE Shift: | 7AM–5PM, Monday - FridayJoin the aerospace testing team at Element’s Cincinnati lab — a recognized leader in testing, inspection, and product certification with over 40 years of experience. Our 60,000 sq ft facility and 250+ test machines support a broad portfolio of services in metals, composites , and advanced aerospace materials. As part of our aerospace team, your work will contribute directly to testing protocols in extreme environments, fatigue, fracture mechanics, monotonic loading, and more.
Why This Role is Different Work with cutting-edge aerospace materials in a world-class lab Grow your skills in fatigue, fracture, composite, and extreme-environment testing Be part of a globally respected testing, inspection, and certification team Responsibilities Prepare test specimens and run mechanical tests per customer and industry standards Collect, record, and verify accurate data Inspect, maintain, and calibrate test fixtures and lab equipment Uphold laboratory safety, organization, and efficiency Work alongside senior technicians or under supervision as needed Skills / Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; technical or lab coursework is a plus Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and willingness to learn Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods Basic algebra/geometry skills helpful A proactive, team-oriented mindset #LI-TK1 Company Overview Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world.
Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’. When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access. While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company.
We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development. Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization. Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
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