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Applied Technical Services, LLC, is a leading provider of critical testing, inspection, certification, and compliance services. The company serves clients across a diverse set of large and stable end markets including manufacturing, power generation, aerospace, medical, and defense. ATS was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Marietta, GA. Today the Company employs nearly 2,100 team members in over 95 locations across the United States.

The Materials Testing Technician will support engineers in conducting analysis and sample preparation for materials testing in our Chesapeake, VA lab and occasionally at customer sites. This role is also responsible for machining material samples using a variety of equipment.  These materials tests are used to determine the properties of advanced materials used in high tech applications such as aerospace, defense, medical devices, power generation, fire arms, forensic investigations, etc.

Responsibilities:

• Learn and follow materials testing and setup procedures, techniques and specifications.  This includes tensile, bend, impact, and hardness testing on metals, load and pressure testing, and other methods.

• Operate equipment independently and perform routine equipment and shop maintenance

• Gather data required for tests, properly identify and calibrated tools/equipment, and interpret data on tests with a moderate level of complexity

• Learn and become proficient at various build and fabrication techniques such as measuring, cutting, drilling, welding etc

• Machine material samples using manual mills/lathes/saws and other equipment

• Build and fabricate custom test rigs and fixtures as need

• Learn and adhere to safety procedures

• Review job requirements and set up required test equipment

• Prepare work orders in accordance with QAP for testing to be performed

• Perform test programs and procedures to written instructions

• Interpret and evaluate results to applicable methods, codes and specifications

• Complete reports and documentation; use tools and technology to track work

• Procure supplies for lab with appropriate approvals; update inventories as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience and Skills:

• High School or GED; Associate’s degree a plus
• 5 + years of related experience including experience with very strong mechanical aptitude; must be familiar with basic hand tools and power tools
• Demonstrated ability and minimum 5 years’ experience with manual machining equipment, this includes Bridgeport Mill, Bandsaw, Lathe.   
• Experience in a material testing laboratory environment preferred but not required 
• Basic technical acumen with the ability to follow lab processes, test specifications, and perform tests with moderate complexity
• Able to operate various types of lab equipment and tools with supervision; ability and willingness to be hands on with tools, machinery and equipment used in setting up tests and fabricating test rigs and fixtures
• Familiarity with welding and fabrication techniques
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to follow direction and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to operate across other internal departments or functions
• Strong Computer literacy and able to write test reports, create spreadsheets and communicate through email with customers.
• Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), maintain Lab ISO and process Safety procedure

Additional Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.
• Work is performed mostly in a lab setting. While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception
• Ability and willingness to work overtime (generally 10-15% sometimes more) and a varying schedule as required
• Ability and willingness to travel to job sites (construction, power generation and manufacturing sites) less than 10% on average
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record

ITAR

U.S. Persons Only: A requirement of this position is access to information that is subject to U.S. export controls under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Accordingly, the company will consider only U.S. Persons for this position. A U.S. Person includes (a) U.S. citizens or nationals; (b) U.S. lawful permanent residents (i.e., green card holders); (c) persons granted refugee status; or (d) persons granted asylum in the United States. This information is collected solely for purposes of complying with U.S. export control requirements and will not be used to unlawfully discriminate in the hiring process.

EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Applied Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination due to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established by law.