Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic

Astrion • Kennedy Space Center, FL, Florida

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is hiring a Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic to support the LASSO II contract at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. This is a full-time, represented position performed onsite on the second shift, with limited travel as needed. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen.

The role is responsible for precision chemical cleaning, refurbishment, functional testing, decontamination, and passivation of aerospace fluid systems and functional components. Work must be performed safely and in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• At least one year of experience in precision cleaning of fluid systems or components.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical fluid component assembly and disassembly.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, cryogenic, and electrical testing of components.
• Previous experience working from drawings and procedures and using cleanroom tools, equipment, measuring instruments, and testing instruments.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to pass KSC-provided Fuel Handlers, Visual: Micro-particle Counter, Confined Space, Respirator, Crane Operator, and Heavy Equipment Operator physicals.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a cleanroom environment, enclosed areas, and at heights up to 500 feet.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to withstand the stress of repetitive tasks and pressure of critical deadlines.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow prescribed procedures.
• Computer literacy.

Responsibilities

• Perform precision chemical cleaning, refurbishment, functional testing, decontamination, and passivation of fluid systems and functional components.
• Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures.
• Perform tasks as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED