Metallic Materials Technology (Fracture) Technical Analyst 1 Job in Seattle, Washington US
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Location Seattle, WA
Security Clearance Required? No Security Clearance Required
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Position Description
Participates in testing of materials, processes and equipment. Assists in test development, routine analysis of failed parts and processes, generation of data to evaluate failed mechanisms and documentation of findings. Assists in developing and revising documents and technical requirements. Participates in the evaluation and qualification of materials, suppliers, equipment, technology and processes to ensure that conformance and producibility requirements are met. Supports continuous improvement efforts by assisting with the design, fabrication and testing of new concepts and technology. Works under close supervision.
Competencies
General
[ + ] Adaptability
Tries to understand changes in work-group tasks, situations, and the department as well as the logic or basis for change; occasionally seeks information about changes affecting their individual job. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow work group members. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.
[ + ] Collaboration
Makes an effort to work effectively and cooperatively with fellow work group members; establishes and maintains productive working relationships by involving other work group members as appropriate and thanking them for their assistance. Places higher priority on work group goals rather than on own goals; offers to help other employees when they need assistance.
[ + ] Communication
Makes an effort to clarify purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Tries to keep the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. With guidance from others frames messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; tries to use terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Occasionally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; tries to present message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; at times requires guidance from others on how to respond.
[ + ] Customer Focus
Understands customers and their needs and considers such factors in the completion of day-to-day job tasks and responsibilities; supports more experienced employees as required to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; uses available information to understand customer related circumstances, problems, and needs; considers how day-to-day actions will affect customers; responds quickly to help more experienced employees meet customer needs and resolve problems.
Technical
[ + ] Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources.
[ + ] Failure Analysis
Basic knowledge of failure modes and analysis for materials processes and parts.
Basic Qualifications For Consideration
Do you have experience in laboratory environments?
Typical Education/Experience
AA degree in related discipline.
Other Job related information
Computer skills desireable. Data bases/knowledge of photoshop, microsoft tools. Job is to support metallurgical and fracture analysis laboratory.
Closing Date: 04/10/2012about closing dates
Knowledge of occupational health and safety sciences.
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