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Overview

Magellan Aerospace is a global aerospace company specializing in complex assemblies and systems solutions for aircraft and engine manufacturers, as well as defense and space agencies. They are seeking a Met Lab Technician to perform various analyses and testing on magnesium and aluminum alloys.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine spectrographic analysis of magnesium & aluminum alloys.
  • Perform routine tensile testing on magnesium and aluminum products.
  • Periodically operate CNC lathe, milling machine, band saw and drill.
  • Learn and operate special application software programs for tensile and spectrometer.
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or manager.

Requirements

  • Must be able to read, write and speak English; bilingual a plus.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Must be able to work overtime when needed, especially at month end.
  • Must have good attendance record.
  • Must be able to pass math exam with basic problem solving.
  • Must be detail oriented and able to multi-task.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic.
  • Must have High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Basic melting experience is a plus but not required.
  • Knowledge of basic alloys is a plus but not required.
  • Foundry experience is a plus but not required.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Attractive Benefit Package
  • Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Plan

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Attractive Benefit Package
Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
Employee Assistance Plan
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How this job compares in Glendale, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Arizona currently run a median of $30/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $24–$39/hr across 178 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Glendale, AZ

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Magellan Aerospace Limited currently has 2 other openings live in Arizona, which is usually a sign of either steady growth or steady turnover — worth asking which in the interview.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Sundt Construction (29), Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (17), and EZARC (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

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