Metallurgist Alloy Products

We are seeking Metallurgist - Alloy products in Carson city 

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Metallurgical Testing & Technical Support

• Oversee metallurgical testing activities to support customer requirements, process control, product qualification, and first article inspections.
• Review and evaluate metallurgical test results for compliance with customer specifications and internal requirements.
• Interpret material specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements related to metallurgical testing and product acceptance.
• Provide metallurgical expertise related to casting processes, heat treatment, material properties, and product quality.
• Support investigations involving material performance, non-conforming product, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Serve as the plant subject matter expert for ferrous, nickel-based, cobalt-based, and other aerospace alloy systems.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with customer requirements, NADCAP standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Support and participate in customer, NADCAP, and internal audits involving laboratory processes and testing activities.
• Review non-conforming material and evaluate metallurgical data to support disposition decisions.
• Initiate and support corrective action investigations as necessary.
• Ensure laboratory records, certifications, and testing documentation are accurate and properly maintained.

Cross Functional Support

• Partner with Quality, Engineering, Production, Operations, and Sales teams to support product quality and customer requirements.
• Review customer specifications and evaluate requirements against PCC capabilities.
• Provide technical recommendations related to process improvements, material performance, and quality initiatives.
• Support new product introduction, qualification activities, and process development efforts.

General

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business objectives.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 1+ years of experience in metallurgy, materials engineering, metallurgical testing, or aerospace manufacturing.
• Experience with investment casting, heat treatment, and aerospace alloy systems.
• Knowledge of ferrous, nickel-based, and cobalt-based alloys.
• Experience supporting NADCAP-accredited laboratory environments.
• Knowledge of metallurgical testing methods, material characterization, and failure analysis techniques.
• Experience supervising technical personnel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.