Employment Opportunities

Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI), where cutting-edge research meets real-world impact! We're seeking a dynamic **Team Lead Corrosion Lab Operations Manager** to lead our Materials & Material Degradation division's critical corrosion research initiatives.

This position is in Warner Robins GA. The selected candidates will support research, development, and integration of new corrosion prevention materials, processes, and equipment evaluation on USAF aerospace systems and ground support equipment. Duties include performing and the supervision of technicians the following tasks: preparing metal and composite specimens, including labeling, surface preparation, pretreatment, coating application, and tracking. Coating application may include various liquid, powder, and electrodeposition methods in accordance with published US Air Force technical orders and manufacturer’s technical data sheets is essential. Other duties include operating and accelerated weathering equipment, such as salt fog cabinets, outdoor environmental exposure racks, humidity chambers, artificial light enclosures, ovens, and freezers. Selected candidates will also operate benchtop analysis equipment, such as gloss meters, microscopes, and adhesion testers. Tasks also include data collection, photographic documentation, and assisting with test plan development and technical report generation. Candidate will write narratives to be included in test reports or for singular work requests. Candidate will notify Laboratory Manager of supply requirements such as safety equipment, chemicals, or other supplies and equipment calibrations. Candidate will track technician training, certification and recertification needs and will serve as the Quality Assurance Inspector for all lab projects and singular work requests.

High school diploma.
Ten years directly relevant experience with US Air Force corrosion control materials and corrosion control related equipment.
Ability to use USAF corrosion control equipment such as paint booth and blasting cabinets.
Familiarity with applicable aerospace structural materials, corrosion and coatings military and commercial standards.
Five years of laboratory testing experience.
Ability to work with little or no supervision.
Strong organizational skills.
Due to requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. Citizen.
Ability to pass a National Agency Check within 1 year of hire.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

Associate's or Bachelor degree in a relevant science or engineering field.
15 or more years aircraft maintenance experience and six years of corrosion-related lab testing experience in testing protocols and test standards. Extensive knowledge of USAF organizational, intermediate, and depot corrosion and coating operations.
Experience in corrosion-related testing protocols.
Robust organizational skills.
Experience with quality control processes and documentation.
Strong interpersonal communication and relational skills.
Demonstrated self-starter with vision to see new ways of doing business.
Ability to lead a team.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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