Eaton Titchfield, England, United Kingdom
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We are seeking detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our Aerospace Materials and Processes Laboratory. This role supports both production and manufacturing engineering functions through materials testing, process verification, and certification of aerospace components. The successful candidate will be hands-on in technical testing, troubleshooting, quality system support, and maintaining high laboratory standards in compliance with industry certifications and Nadcap audit requirements. Training will be provided to ensure competency in the following responsibilities.
Located in Titchfield, Hampshire, Eaton's Aerospace business stands as a global leader in aerospace fuel systems. We pride ourselves as a premier supplier of fully integrated fuel systems for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. The Titchfield facility boasts extensive fuel and air system test facilities, facilitating comprehensive testing across a range of conditions with various fuel types.
What You’ll Do
Operational Testing & Analysis:
* Perform water content and fuel analysis to aerospace standards
* Execute X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) and salt spray testing procedures
* Carry out particle count analysis for fuel contamination
* Program ovens for heat treatment processes and verify heat treat cycles
* Perform pyrometry checks to ensure equipment calibration and process consistency
* Prepare weld samples and support welder certification processes
* Conduct Shore rubber hardness testing and micro-hardness testing
* Program and operate the tensile testing machine
* Execute torsion testing for weak link and spline evaluation
* Support EDM cut-up reviews for recast layer analysis (All NCM parts)
* Perform materials analysis using XRF techniques
* Create and manage weld data cards and related documentation
Certifications & Quality Support
* Assist in internal audits and pre-audit preparation for CP (Chemical Processing), HT (Heat Treatment), NDT (Non-Destructive Testing), welding processes
* Provide technical support during Nadcap audits and maintain compliance documentation
* Collaborate with MRB (Material Review Board) activities, providing lab-based data and insights
Laboratory Excellence
* Maintain high standards of 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) within the chemical lab area
* Act as a MESH (Manufacturing Environmental Safety and Health) technical expert, supporting the implementation and improvement of safety systems
Qualifications
* BTEC/HNC in Materials Science, Engineering, or related discipline preferred
* Demonstrable experience in a similar laboratory technician role, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing
Skills
* Hands-on experience with materials testing equipment and analytical techniques (XRF, tensile, hardness, salt spray, etc.)
* Good attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to interpret technical specifications, quality standards, and engineering drawings
* Knowledge of aerospace quality standards (e.g., Nadcap, AS9100) and certification requirements
* Familiarity with heat treatment, non-destructive testing, and welding processes
What We Offer
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
* Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
* We make your aspirations matter – Eaton encourages internal promotion, whenever possible
* We make your growth matter - We invest in our employees for the long term – not just with salary and benefits, but with ongoing learning and development opportunities made available through Eaton University
* We make your contributions matter - reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the core of our dedication to improving people’s lives and the environment through power management technologies
* We make your wellbeing matter – We put your health and safety first. Wellness at Eaton is more than a program, it’s about changing the environment by offering the right tools to help empower employees to make that happen
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Other
* Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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