Analytical Chemist

Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred but not required.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in electroplating, chemical finishing, or related fields. Hands-on experience with plating processes (e.g., nickel, cadmium, zinc, chromium, anodizing, or conversion coatings). Familiarity with NADCAP requirements and aerospace/defense plating specifications is preferred. Minimum 3+ years of experience in electroplating, anodizing, or aerospace chemical processing. Experience with NADCAP AC7108 audits and compliance is strongly preferred. Familiarity with AS9100 quality systems and AMS/MIL specifications is required.

Skills: Strong analytical chemistry background (wet chemistry, titration, HACH spectroscopy, Atomic Absorption Spectrometer, X-Ray Machine coating thickness and material analysis ). Knowledge of plating equipment, rectifiers, and solution maintenance. Ability to interpret technical specifications and quality requirements. Proficiency in documentation, data analysis, and report writing. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Experience preparing for and supporting NADCAP audits. Ability to interpret and apply AMS, MIL, ASTM, and OEM specifications. The key responsibilities of the Electroplating Chemist include: Process Control & Maintenance: Perform routine chemical analysis (e.g., titrations, pH, conductivity, spectroscopy) of plating baths, rinses, and associated solutions. Monitor, adjust, and document bath chemistries to ensure compliance with specifications. Maintain chemical records and ensure traceability per NADCAP/AS9100 requirements. Technical Support & Troubleshooting: Provide day-to-day technical support for production plating operations. Investigate and resolve plating defects, adhesion failures, and thickness variations. Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. Compliance & Quality: Ensure plating processes meet industry and customer specifications (e.g., AMS, MIL, ASTM standards). Support internal and external audits (NADCAP, ISO, AS9100, customer). Develop and maintain control plans, work instructions, and lab procedures. Research & Development: Evaluate new plating chemistries, additives, and technologies. Support process improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability. Collaborate with engineering on new product introduction and special customer requests. Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals in compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP, and state and local regulations. Conduct safety training for laboratory and plating personnel. Actively participate in the site's environmental, health, and safety (EHS) program. Technical & Production Support: Troubleshoot plating defects, adhesion issues, or coating nonconformances and implement corrective/preventive actions. Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams on new part qualification, first article processing (FAI), and process validations. R&D and Continuous Improvement: Lead process improvement projects aligned with lean manufacturing and zero-defect initiatives. Support development of new plating processes to meet emerging aerospace specifications. NADCAP & Specification Support: Support NADCAP AC7108 audits, internal audits, and customer audits. Ensure compliance with specifications such as AMS, MIL, and other aerospace plating standards such as:○ MIL-A-8625 Type II ( Sulfuric Acid) Anodizing○ AMS-QQ-P-416 Cadmium Electroplating○ AMS2700 Passivation of Corrosion Resistant Steels○ MIL-DTL-5541 Chemical Conversion Coating○ ASTN-B-117 Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) ApparatusConduct periodic system audits to verify adherence to customer and NADCAP requirements. Conduct chemicals inventory, supplier survey, and purchasing etc....PAY IS BASED ON EXPERIENCE

Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:

Work Location: In person