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Aerospace Materials and Processes Engineer

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay rate: $35-$64/hr. on w2
United States, California, Irvine
Nov 20, 2025
Job Title: Aerospace Materials and Processes Engineer Location with zip code: Irvine CA 92618 Duration: 06+ months Contract to Hire Pay rate: $35-$64/hr. on w2 without benefits Shift: 1st Shift Custom Questions: Must have an expertise in aerospace industry. Are you comfortable working onsite? Do you have a copy of Bachelor Degree? Job Description: Perform various activities associated with materials and processes investigations, for example, failure analysis using fractography, image analysis, metallographic analysis and utilizing instruments such as the Scanning Electron Microscope (including Energy Dispersive X-Ray analysis) to arrive at root cause and corrective actions for various types of aircraft components. Ability to travel to various processing suppliers and perform audits and implement corrective actions as necessary to overcome potential shortcomings in a process, example processes include heat treating, electroplating, plasma spraying, anodizing, welding and machining. Ability to run a failure analysis investigating using standard tools and instruments including stereomicroscopes, metallographic examination and a scanning electron microscope. Raw material forming processes including forging, extruding, rolling, and casting Microstructural analysis of welded structures, heat affected zones, and joint integrity. Materials selection for numerous environments and applications. Metallurgical failure analysis including SEM, EDS, and metallography Has thorough in-depth knowledge of engineering domain principles, concepts, product standards, and techniques, industry practices, regulations, and policies. Ability to apply broad knowledge of other related engineering or scientific field to area of expertise. Proficient with software and specialized data analysis, design, and project management tools following established project/program management protocol. Proficient with standard project management tools and practices. Education: BS degree.