Laboratory Scientist - Port Melbourne, Australia - Boeing

Description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. From the seabed to outer space, you can contribute to work that matters with a company where diversity, equity and inclusion are shared values. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Aerostructures Australia is Australia's leading designer and manufacturer of composite flight control components for commercial aircraft. We are renowned for our collaborative and supportive working environment and for the incredibly high calibre of our people.

An opportunity exists for a Laboratory Scientist (Chemistry, Microscopy) to join the Boeing Research & Technology Australia (BR&TA) team based in Port Melbourne on a full-time permanent basis. The successful applicant is required to perform this role onsite in a full-time capacity.

This fantastic development opportunity exists to work in the BAA Engineering, reporting to the Boeing Research and Technology Australia (BR&TA) Operations & Laboratory Manager in Melbourne.

Position Responsibilities:

Working under general supervision, within a laboratory team, you will be involved in coordinating & performing Material Acceptance testing in various technical fields involving both Chemical & Mechanical tests, conducting microscopy work and using technical knowledge on different types of test equipment, within the Laboratory.

Key accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating material acceptance tests
• Material Acceptance testing of Fabrics, Resins, Sealants, Paints & Adhesives
• Performing the following test types:
  • HPLC
  • Infrared
  • Viscosity
  • Thermomechanical (DSC, DMA, TMA)
  • Fibre Volume Fraction – acid digestion
  • Coupon Mechanical tests
• Chemistry work
• Microscopy work
• Writing, analyzing and verifying test results/reports
• Understand and work to material, process specifications, ASTMs
• Understand and apply company quality assurance standards / laboratory manual
• Maintain housekeeping / 5S
• Process Improvements activities
• Assist BAA / BR&TA to meet duty of care obligations for OH&S and environmental protection by participating in EHS related activities, and take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others at the workplace

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills / Experience):

• Knowledge & experience in the following:
  • HPLC testing
  • Infrared testing
  • Viscosity testing
  • Thermomechanical testing
  • Microscopy - mounting, polishing, analysis of specimen
  • Mechanical testing (desirable)
  • Safe handling, storage, mixing & disposal of hazardous chemicals
• Successful completion of a Bachelor Degree in the relevant field is essential
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret Company specifications required
• Good knowledge of Safety Data Sheets & OHS procedures and exposure to quality systems
• Capable of working well with others, encouraging team building and networking with US colleague
• Effective communicator and listener
• Proven capability to work to agreed deadlines
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defense security requirements

Additional Information:

This is an EA position classified as an Engineering / Scientist Level 1A. The successful candidate will be required to complete a 3-month probationary period.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 19th, 2024.

We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and positive workplace where employees bring their best to work every day. If you are excited by the opportunity to work in a research environment and be part of building something amazing, we welcome your application.

Export Control Requirements: Not an export control position

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.