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Polymer & materials science hiring snapshot · last 6 months

2Open roles

$57–252KSalary range

3.3Roles / month

95%H-1B signals

BachelorTypical degree

Open roles (2)

Degree requirements

Master 10%

Bachelor 80%

Associate 5%

Top material classes

Composites 65%

Adhesives/sealants 45%

Coatings/films 35%

Thermosets 25%

Thermoplastics 20%

Elastomers/rubber 20%

Electronic materials 20%

Most-requested techniques

DSC 45%

FTIR 40%

TGA 30%

DMA 30%

SEM 20%

TMA 15%

mechanical testing 15%

Arc-jet testing 10%

Role mix

R&D / Research 35%

Quality / Testing 25%

Process Engineering 20%

Manufacturing / Production 10%

Supply Chain / Procurement 5%

Management / Director 5%

Where they hire

AZ 70%

TX 15%

MA 10%

CA 5%

Industries

Defense 85%

Aerospace 15%

Work arrangement

100%On-site

15%Relocation

Visa & eligibility signals

YesH-1B filing history

90%Need clearance

90%Export-controlled

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Posting volume · last 6 months

Mar '26Apr '26May '26Jun '26Jul '26Aug '26

20 roles posted across 6 months, averaging 3.3/month.