About this role
About MATSYS
MATSYS is an innovation driven advanced manufacturing company developing and producing specialty engineered materials that power next generation aerospace, defense, and energy applications. Our technologies enable breakthroughs in performance, efficiency, and reliability—solving some of the most complex materials engineering challenges in the world.
We are in a period of rapid growth and scaling, and we thrive on collaboration, technical excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. At MATSYS, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the success of mission‑critical programs and build a supply chain designed for resilience, agility, and world‑class execution.
If you are excited by complex materials, advanced manufacturing, and high‑impact technical problem‑solving, you’ll feel right at home here.
MATSYS is seeking a Process Technician to operate and maintain equipment used to manufacture high-purity metal powders. This hands-on role combines equipment setup, process monitoring, powder handling and quality sampling with disciplined safety practices.
What you will do
- Prepare, start, monitor and shut down plasma atomization equipment, high-pressure gas distribution and mechanical pump systems.
- Weigh and prepare raw materials; operate sieving, blending, glovebox and powder handling equipment; package finished powders using approved inert gas purging methods.
- Disassemble, clean and reassemble equipment during changeovers; perform preventive inspections, leak testing and basic mechanical troubleshooting.
- Follow grounding, contamination prevention, combustible dust housekeeping and PPE requirements; contribute to safe, reliable production and continuous improvement.
- Collect representative samples, complete accurate batch records and support particle sizing, flowability and density testing.
- Monitor SCADA and HMI controls, make adjustments within approved procedures and escalate abnormal conditions to engineering or supervision.
What you bring
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures and a dependable, adaptable and team-oriented approach.
- At least 2 years of hands-on process operator or technician experience, typically 2–4 years, in hazardous industrial operations such as powder metallurgy, chemical processing, semiconductor manufacturing or specialized gas plants.
Preferred experience
Associate degree in advanced manufacturing, mechanical technology or chemical processing, or relevant military technical experience; titanium, aluminum or superalloy powder or wire processing; Microsoft Office and MRP systems.
Work environment
Work involves manufacturing floor, equipment and laboratory activities around metal powders, pressurized gases, heat, noise and industrial equipment. Required PPE may include respiratory protection, flame-resistant clothing, safety glasses and protective footwear.
Why Join MATSYS
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Support for certifications, training, and career development
- The opportunity to directly shape the facilities infrastructure powering breakthrough technologies
MATSYS is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process. MATSYS uses E-Verify to verify right-to-work. MATSYS is a Drug-Free Workplace. Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment background investigation and drug test prior to following receipt of a conditional job offer