Environmental Testing Technician

Systems Application & Technologies•Dugway, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring an Environmental Testing Technician to serve as the MIL-STD-810 Expert at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground in Utah. The position supports the West Desert Test Center, which conducts chemical, biological, and other defense-related testing for the Department of Defense, government agencies, private industry, and foreign governments. The technician identifies and performs test methods that replicate environmental effects equipment may experience during its service life, supporting climatic and dynamic qualification testing of aerospace, chemical and biological defense, explosive weapon systems, and industrial products. The role covers the full environmental qualification lifecycle, from reviewing customer specifications and developing test plans through test execution, data analysis, inspections, and formal reporting. Work includes operating environmental chambers and dynamic test systems; installing instrumentation and test fixtures; conducting environmental and mechanical tests; troubleshooting equipment; and ensuring compliance with safety, customer, and program requirements. The position also involves handling explosive devices and chemical or biological simulants, and working with refrigeration systems and refrigerants. Significant portions of the work are performed outdoors. The position requires lifting loads weighing 50 pounds or more and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment when required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and have a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance before the hire date, which must be maintained throughout employment. A current driver's license is required, as is the ability to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy when driving work, government, or rental vehicles. Candidates must pass pre-employment screening, including a drug screening, physical, and background checks, and may be subject to periodic retests. SA-TECH describes its work environment as team-oriented and supportive, with a servant-leadership mentality, professional development, and career opportunities. The company offers flexible schedules depending on the program, competitive compensation, and employee benefits.

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 have a 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 while driving work, government, or rental vehicles during working hours and for the duration of employment.
U.S. citizenship.
Must hold 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.
Must be able to lift loads weighing 50 pounds or more.
Must be able 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 climatic and dynamic testing of aerospace, chemical and biological defense, explosive weapon systems, and industrial products throughout the environmental qualification lifecycle.
Conduct tests safely, accurately, and in compliance with customer and program requirements.
Handle explosive devices and work with biological and chemical simulants.
Work with complex refrigeration systems and handle, charge, recover, and dispose of refrigerants and ozone-depleting gases using proper methods.
Analyze customer specifications, Statements of Work, and design requirements to determine applicable MIL-STD-810 test methods and tailoring.
Develop detailed test plans, procedures, and schedules aligned with operational mission profiles.
Define test parameters, tolerances, instrumentation, and acceptance criteria; participate in technical reviews, readiness meetings, and risk assessments.
Configure environmental chambers and equipment, including temperature/humidity chambers, thermal shock systems, altitude chambers, and solar load equipment.
Set up dynamic test systems, including electrodynamic shakers and drop towers, and design and implement suitable test-article fixturing and mounting.
Install and validate instrumentation such as thermocouples, accelerometers, and data acquisition systems.
Perform climatic tests, including high- and low-temperature, humidity, thermal cycling, altitude, sand/dust, salt fog, icing, and solar radiation testing.
Conduct random and sine vibration, mechanical shock, drop, and acceleration tests; monitor test conditions, adjust parameters to maintain tolerances, and perform in-situ operational checks of units under test.
Troubleshoot equipment and instrumentation; monitor and record test data; analyze environmental and mechanical data for compliance; 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 documenting results and observations.
Document pre-test, interim, and post-test inspections of test articles.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance and long-term disability.
401(k) match.
Flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Education assistance.
PTO and holidays.
Vacation and sick leave.
Flexible work schedules depending on the program.
Employee recognition, ongoing training and development, and career advancement opportunities.