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Test Technician, Assoc

Curtiss-Wright and Careers
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026
Chemistry Test Technician
We are looking for a Chemistry Test Technician to join our Portland, OR site.
The Chemistry Test Tech performs a variety of tasks related to the testing of raw materials, manufactured products or manufacturing processes. Perform equipment calibration & testing and testing & program inspections.
Location: Portland, OR
Hourly Rate: $19-$22/hour
Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in OR. Criteria such as the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.
We Take Care of Our People
Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
I
Inclusive & Supportive Culture
Your Challenge
  • Perform chemical sample preparations for combustion method testing. Mechanical sample prep will include cutting and grinding of metal samples using various equipment including belt sander, jewelers saw, abrasive cut off saw and rotary wet grinder.
  • Analyze samples using a variety of analytical instrumentation. Analytical instrumentation may include but is not limited to oxygen/nitrogen analyzer, hydrogen analyzer, carbon/sulfur determinator and arc-spark optical emission spectrometer (OES).
  • Perform work in accordance with proper work procedures and in a safe manner.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and assist in troubleshooting and repairs of equipment as needed.
  • Communicate data, workflow, equipment and all other lab related information.
  • Accurately complete datasheets using manual and exported data.
  • Perform other tasks as directed by management.
What You Bring
  • 1-2 years lab experience
  • Familiar with measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
  • Associate’s, Bachelors, or equivalent experience
Who We Are
Our Values
Environmental, Social and Governance
Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies ("CWST") is the group name for the collective technical services provided by the legacy companies of Metal Improvement Company("MIC"), E/M Coating Services, Everlube Products, FW Gartner Thermal Spraying, Para Tech Coating, Component Coating & Repair Services, Bolt's Metallizing, Keronite, and IMR Test Labs.
CWST is a Division of Curtiss-Wright Corporation, a global innovative company that delivers highly engineered, critical function products and services to the commercial, industrial, defense and energy markets.
To learn more, please visit us at
Surface Treatment and Metal Improvement | CWST
  • Please note, benefits are country specific and may vary from location to location.
#LI-BR
No unsolicited agency submittals please. Agency partners must be invited to participate in a search by our
Talent Acquisition Team
and have signed terms in place prior to any submittal. Resumes submitted directly to any Curtiss-Wright employee or affiliate will not qualify for fee payment, and therefore become the property of Curtiss-Wright.
Compliance Statement
This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.
Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition.
For US Applicants:
EEO is The Law – click here for more information.
If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact
Talent Acquisition
and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Salary : $19 - $22

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