Wilsonville, OR 97070 • (34.9 miles) • Full Time • 10/17/2026

Certerra is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve. We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms. With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the suc

Tualatin, OR 97062 • (39.1 miles) • Full Time • 10/16/2026

Description: Ascentec Engineering is seeking a highly experienced Director or Senior Manager of Research & Development – Friction Stir Welding (FSW)to lead the expansion of the company's advanced joining technology capabilities and establish Ascentec as a premier development and manufacturing partner for aerospace, defense, space, and military applications.This role will be responsible for developing and executing the company's FSW technology roadmap, advancing process capabilities, leading customer-funded and internally funded R&D programs, and creating differentiated manufacturing solutions that support growth in defense markets, including missile systems, munitions, launch systems, hypersonics, aerospace structures, naval systems, next-generation defense platforms, and nuclear plant wel