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PPG is hiring a Calibration Test Engineer to join our team at the Sylmar, CA Plant. You will sit onsite and report to the Engineering Test Lab Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Support product design and development activities for the aircraft and armored transparency platforms.
• Perform physical and environmental testing of transparency assemblies manufactured for general aviation, commercial and military aircraft and land vehicles.
• Perform complex material and environmental tests that require fabrication of test fixtures and automated data collection systems to operate.
• Prepare multiple test specimens, machine test coupons and perform mechanical tests to support material requirements for production programs.
• Record test results and generate reports for quality assurance approval.
• Specify and install equipment to simulate a wide range of environmental conditions required for testing.
• Interpret engineering test procedure requirements and design and fabricate fixtures for mounting test articles.
• Set up test measurement and control instrumentation and create programs for automation and data collection using third party software applications.
• Draft engineering reports and qualification test procedures to support product certification through government or regulatory agencies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and ensure proper operation of test lab equipment along with maintaining hard copy and electronic test lab data records.
• Lead others in the problem-solving process of root cause analysis and develop solutions as issues with testing and data analysis problems arise.
• Apply engineering skills and experience in support of new product development projects as well as initiating improvements to existing products and processes.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical or Materials Engineering preferred.
• Education, training and experience in positions directly related to product fabrication in an aerospace environment.
• Experience introducing experimental designs, developing prototypes and fabricating tools and fixtures.
• Must possess a demonstrated proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD applications such as AutoCAD, Unigraphics and CATIA and have experience in formal engineering reporting and documentation systems.
• Able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English.

Only US Citizens, Green Card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply.

The base salary range for this position is $82,300 to $137,100 annually, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 7% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.