Environmental Testing Technician

Systems Application & Technologies Inc•Dugway, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring an Environmental Testing Technician to serve as a MIL-STD-810 expert at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground in Utah. The role identifies and performs test methods that replicate the environmental effects equipment may experience over its service life. The position supports the West Desert Test Center, which conducts chemical, biological, and other testing for the Department of Defense and other customers. The technician plans, conducts, analyzes, and documents environmental qualification tests for aerospace, chemical and biological defense, explosive weapon systems, and industrial products. Work encompasses climatic and dynamic testing, including configuring chambers and test systems, instrumenting and mounting test articles, monitoring and adjusting test conditions, troubleshooting equipment, assessing test data and unit performance, and preparing formal qualification reports. The role involves handling explosive devices and chemical and biological simulants, as well as operating complex refrigeration systems and handling refrigerants in accordance with applicable requirements. The position is full-time and non-exempt. Significant portions of the work are performed outdoors. The employee must be able to lift loads of 50 pounds or more and wear appropriate personal protective equipment for assigned tasks. SA-TECH describes its work environment as team-oriented and offers training, career development, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must obtain EPA 608 certification within one year of starting the job.
Must obtain AMMO Handler Certification within one year of starting the job.
Must have WDTC Chamber Operator Level III and Vibration Operator Level III certifications, provided by WDTC as approved by the Integrated Capabilities Division Chief and WDTC Lieutenant Colonel.
Must already have 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or obtain it in this position within one year of appointment; annual eight-hour refreshers are required.
Working knowledge of commercial or industrial refrigeration units, including cascade refrigeration systems.
Strong HVAC mechanical skills.
Ability to install, maintain, and repair physical components such as motors, compressors, fans, refrigerant lines, bearings, belts, and valves.
Ability to use multimeters, gauges, and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot equipment and components.
Basic knowledge of steam boiler systems.
Understanding of industrial electrical circuits, refrigeration cycles, pneumatic controls, and schematic reading.
Commitment to maintaining a productive and collaborative working environment.
Current driver's license and eligibility for coverage under the company's vehicle insurance policy when driving work, government, or rental vehicles during working hours.
U.S. citizenship.
Must possess a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date and maintain it throughout employment.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
Must pass background screening, including SSN, driver's record, and criminal background investigation.
Ability to lift loads weighing 50 pounds or more.
Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment for tasks requiring it.

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and document environmental qualification tests in accordance with MIL-STD-810 and related industry standards.
Support the environmental qualification lifecycle, including climatic and dynamic testing of aerospace, chemical and biological defense, explosive weapon systems, and industrial products.
Conduct tests safely, accurately, and in compliance with customer and program requirements.
Handle explosive devices and work with biological and chemical simulants.
Operate complex refrigeration systems and properly charge, recover, and dispose of refrigerants and ozone-depleting gases.
Analyze customer specifications, Statements of Work, and design requirements to select and tailor applicable MIL-STD-810 test methods.
Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and schedules aligned with operational mission profiles.
Define test parameters, tolerances, instrumentation, and acceptance criteria, and participate in technical reviews, readiness meetings, and risk assessments.
Configure environmental chambers and equipment, including temperature and humidity chambers, thermal shock systems, altitude chambers, and solar load equipment.
Set up dynamic test systems, including electrodynamic shakers and drop towers.
Design and implement appropriate fixturing and mounting for test articles.
Install and validate instrumentation, including thermocouples, accelerometers, and data acquisition systems.
Perform climatic tests including high- and low-temperature, humidity, thermal cycling, altitude, sand and dust, salt fog, icing, and solar radiation testing.
Conduct dynamic tests including random and sine vibration, mechanical shock, drop, and acceleration testing.
Monitor test conditions, adjust parameters to maintain tolerances, and perform in-situ operational checks of units under test.
Troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation, record and analyze test data, evaluate unit performance, and provide technical recommendations.
Compile and interpret vibration spectra, shock pulses, temperature profiles, and chamber performance curves.
Maintain test logs, configuration records, calibration data, and environmental documentation.
Prepare formal qualification test reports and document pre-test, interim, and post-test inspections of test articles.
Perform other duties as assigned.