Materials And Process Engineer

Job Title: Materials and Process Engineer

Overview

Our client in Seattle, WA location is currently hiring a Materials and Process Engineer to support aerospace design, development, production, and in-service programs. This is a contract opportunity within a collaborative engineering environment supporting both commercial and defense aircraft across the full product lifecycle, from research and development through active airframe support.

Pay - $40.00 - $50.00 per hour (depending on years of experience, technical experience, and software proficiency)

Location - Seattle, WA

Schedule - Standard Monday - Friday (40 hours per week). Overtime paid at 1.5x when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develop non-destructive evaluation (NDE) procedures in support of airline maintenance inspections

• Design NDE reference standards to support inspection procedures

• Develop engineering specifications and technical documentation to meet customer requirements

• Support evaluation of emerging technologies for potential application to aerospace programs

• Assist with development and qualification of new tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes

• Perform routine testing and audits to qualify suppliers to applicable requirements

• Assist with corrective and preventive action implementation

• Use project management tools to meet cost, technical, and schedule requirements

• Incorporate environmental health and safety, LEAN, and Quality principles into materials and processes, research design and qualification, work procedures, and lab and office areas

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited program in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry

• At least 1 year of engineering experience

• Knowledge of materials science related to metals and/or composite materials

• Experience working with technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Strong documentation and technical writing skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects across different teams and locations

Disqualifiers

• No degree from an accredited technical or scientific program

• No experience related to materials engineering, process engineering, or non-destructive evaluation

• Inability to support onsite engineering or lab-based work

• Lack of technical documentation experience

Employee Value Proposition

• Opportunity to support multiple commercial and defense aircraft programs

• Exposure to advanced aerospace technologies across the full product lifecycle

• Collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment

• Contract benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) or Roth options, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, health and dependent care spending accounts, transportation benefits, employee assistance program, and paid time off or leave options based on eligibility

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tukwila, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Tukwila,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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+ Hiring diverse talent

+ Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

+ Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

+ Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

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