Engineer, Materials Testing (Aerospace)

Job description

Overview Element Huntington Beach is currently hiring for an Engineer to join their growing Materials Testing Team. The Engineer is responsible for evaluating current and future test capabilities, building and executing capital expenditure (CapEx) plans, and driving continuous improvement across lab operations. This role requires a strong mechanical testing background, strategic project planning skills, and the ability to transform technical concepts into operational services. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technical contributor who plays a key role in expanding service offerings and enabling long-term business growth. Compensation: $75,000-$95,000/year: Responsibilities: Evaluate existing mechanical and materials testing capabilities and identify opportunities for expansion or improvement. Develop and execute detailed CapEx plans to add or upgrade test equipment and infrastructure. Lead project planning efforts to move new capabilities from concept through procurement, setup, validation, and into ready-to-offer service status. Own the end-to-end implementation of new testing services, including test development, documentation, technician training, and integration into oper...