Production / Test Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Production / Test Technician

Working Pattern: Onsite (2nd shift 2pm – 10:30pm)

Working Location: Cypress, CA

We are seeking an experienced Test Lab Leader to support and oversee metallurgical testing, metallographic analysis, and laboratory operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for leading daily lab activities, executing advanced testing processes, and ensuring accurate, timely, and complaint test results that support production and engineering needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in materials testing, troubleshooting, and laboratory equipment operation while also providing leadership, training, and guidance to junior technicians. This position plays a key role in driving continuous improvement, maintaining safety and quality standards, and supporting cross-functional collaboration across the organization. In this role, you will need to pass a vision test and be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Why Rolls-Royce?

Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount.

We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.

We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey.

Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the Engineering & Manufacturing category on the prestigious Forbes Top Employers for Engineers list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive.

Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions.

At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We foster a welcoming and innovative work environment that invests in you, giving you access to an incredible breadth and depth of opportunities where you can grow your career and make a difference.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics.

What you will be doing:

• Perform advanced metallographic sample preparation, including mounting, grinding, and polishing
• Conduct detailed analysis using microscopy techniques, including laser microscopy
• Execute destructive testing using hydraulic and electromechanical test equipment
• Operate and monitor high-temperature furnaces for material testing
• Interpret thermocouple readings and apply knowledge of thermocouple types
• Use precision instruments (e.g., Fluke meters) to verify temperature and system performance
• Perform soldering and support test setup/fixture assembly
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor maintenance
• Accurately document test results in accordance with SOPs and quality standards
• Serve as a technical lead for lab processes, providing guidance and support to junior technicians
• Train and onboard new team members on metallography, testing methods, and lab equipment
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance lab efficiency, safety, and data accuracy
• Assist in developing and updating SOPs, work instructions, and best practices
• Coordinate daily lab activities and help prioritize workload to meet production and testing deadlines
• Act as a point of contact between engineering, quality, and production teams
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all lab and company safety standards
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring timelines, quality, and deliverables are met

Who we’re looking for:

At Rolls-Royce we put safety first, do the right thing, keep it simple and make a difference. These principles form the behaviours that guide us and are an essential component of our assessment process. They are the fundamental qualities that we seek for all roles.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED (General Educational Development) with 4+ years of experience in metallography, microscopy, or materials testing, OR
• Associate degree with 3+ years of experience in metallography, microscopy, or materials testing
• In order to be eligible for consideration, you must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident.

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong ha