About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an experienced technician to support materials processing and fabrication work within a Materials Fabrication Facility. This hands-on role focuses on laboratory-scale metal processing and shop operations under the direction of engineers and senior technicians.

• Perform air and vacuum heat treatment of metal alloys
• Support basic metal forming operations such as rolling and forging
• Participate in metal alloy melting (induction and/or arc melting)
• Perform supervised acid/chemical surface treatments (etching, pickling, anodizing)
• Set up and operate equipment according to written procedures and sponsor specifications
• Record process parameters and results accurately in logs, databases, or Microsoft Office tools
• Assist with basic troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on mechanical and electrical systems
• Support safe operation of mechanical vacuum pumps, diffusion pumps, hydraulic systems, and PLC/HMI-controlled equipment as trained
• Communicate with engineering staff and work sponsors during job scoping, pre-job briefings, and task completion

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Key Qualifications

Required combination of education and experience — one of the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent + minimum 4 years relevant experience; or

• Associate degree in a related field + minimum 2 years relevant experience; or

• Journeyman’s papers in a related field + minimum 2 years relevant experience; or

• Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) + minimum 2 years relevant experience; or

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field

• All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

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Preferred Skills

• Prior experience with heat treatment processes (air or vacuum furnaces), metal forming, alloy melting, and/or acid/chemical surface treatments
• Mechanical or electrical aptitude demonstrated via coursework, hands-on work, or hobby projects
• Experience troubleshooting and performing preventive maintenance on vacuum pumps, diffusion pumps, hydraulic systems, PLCs/HMI, and electrical systems
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with metal alloys and additively manufactured materials
• Knowledge of basic safety practices (electrical safety, arc flash awareness, LOTO, chemical handling and disposal, appropriate PPE)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint)

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Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Range: $63,900 - $97,800 per year (salary varies by experience and qualifications)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability, life, and accident insurance
• 401(k) Savings and Capital Accumulation Plan
• Paid parental leave and personal/medical time off
• Flexible work schedules where applicable
• Tuition assistance, student debt benefit, and employee wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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Additional Information

• This role is full-time.
• Confidential Client is a government contractor and maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates must be able to pass required drug screening consistent with federal contractor policies; marijuana testing may be required because it remains illegal under federal law.
• This posting follows applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request during the application process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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