Materials & Process Engineer (Non-Destructive Testing), Seattle

Job Description Job Description Description:
Kronos has a long history of avionics engineering working with some of the largest aircraft integrators in the world.
We always provide our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on-time delivery.
If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.
Position Summary:
Creating and implementing innovative technologies that make the impossible possible and enabling the future of aerospace.
We are engineers and technicians, skilled scientists, and bold innovators.
Join us and put your passion, determination, and skills to work building the future.
The Puget Sound Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) and Measurement Systems team is responsible for supporting design, development, production programs, and in-service aircraft systems.
The team provides certification and qualification services across the value stream for NDE and measurement technologies and supports a wide range of commercial and defense aircraft including:
737
747
757
767
777
787
KC-46
B-1B
P-8
The team also performs research and development activities with both internal stakeholders and external customers.
This role spans the entire product lifecycle—from research and development through active airframe support.
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong communication skills and a desire to work with both technical and non-technical teams.
Candidates should possess foundational NDE knowledge and/or experience, along with analytical skills to evaluate failures, materials, tools, and processes.
Experience creating NDE inspection procedures for commercial and commercial-derivative aircraft is highly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop NDE procedures supporting airline customer maintenance inspections
Design NDE reference standards to support inspection procedures
Develop engineering specifications and supporting documentation
Assist in evaluating emerging technologies for potential applications
Support development and qualification of new tools, equipment, materials, parts, and processes
Perform routine tests and supplier audits to verify compliance with applicable requirements
Support implementation of corrective and preventive actions
Utilize project management tools to support cost, schedule, and technical objectives
Incorporate Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), LEAN, and Quality principles into:
Materials and processes
Research, design, and qualification efforts
Work procedures
Laboratory and office environments
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate degree in:
Engineering
Computer Science
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Minimum 1+ years of engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with CAD systems such as:
CATIA
SolidWorks
Experience with NDI/NDE systems:
Ultrasonics
Eddy Current
Experience in aviation and/or aerospace industries
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong technical writing and documentation abilities
Strong computer skills and familiarity with engineering tools
Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
Knowledge of materials science, including metals and/or composite materials
Preferred Candidate Attributes:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Self-motivated with strong initiative
Interest in non-destructive evaluation technologies and applications
Ability to support diverse projects across multiple programs and business units
Company Description Kronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery.
If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.
Company Description Kronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery.
If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.