Join Our Dynamic Team in Analytical Chemistry at PPG Aerospace - Mojave, California!

Ready to enhance your analytical chemistry skills in aerospace? PPG Aerospace seeks a Analytical Chemist to join our Sealants Quality Lab team in Mojave, California. Reporting to the Sealants Lab and Analytical Supervisor, this on-site role offers hands-on experience with the latest techniques. Passionate about innovation and aviation? Join us in advancing aerospace technology through analytical chemistry.

Key Responsibilities

• Chromatography: Experienced in Agilent GC systems, proficient in calibration, sample preparation, and compositional analysis


• Spectroscopy: Proficient in FTIR (ATR and Cystal Transmittance) for liquid and solid samples, elemental spectroscopy in ICP, including sample digestion, and calibration methods


• Moisture Content Analysis: Knowledgeable in Vapor Pro - Ametek


• Wet Chemistry: Proficient in Metrohm automatic titrators for Karl Fischer titration, functional group titration, and ion analysis


• Manually titrate using burette and indicator or probes


• Problem Solving: Facilitate resolution of technical issues, coordinate experiments, compile and analyze data concerning coatings, sealants, polymers and resins


• Method Development and Validation: Read and apply complex ASTM and industry standard test methods, develop PPG methods in collaboration with S&T


• Lab Assistance: Conduct and support material testing using various analytical instruments, techniques, and troubleshoot unfamiliar machines


• Equipment Research: Investigate lab equipment and applications, provide information to management as needed

Qualifications

• One (1) year of related chemistry field or academic experience required


• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field required


• Manufacturing experience preferred


• Wear required PPE with or without reasonable accommodation


• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Salary Range: $70,000 to $80,000 Depending on experience

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

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