Laboratory Engineering Specialist

Astrion • Kennedy Space Center, FL, Florida

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is hiring a Laboratory Engineering Specialist for its Laboratory Support Services and Operations (LASSO) II contract team at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. This full-time, represented position provides detailed instructions for Precision Cleaning Mechanics performing decontamination, cleaning, refurbishment, and testing of components and systems submitted to the Component Refurbishment Department. The work is performed onsite at Kennedy Space Center.

The role supports second-shift operations. The employee must initially train on first shift to become proficient with operating procedures, equipment, and safety requirements. Depending on mission needs and workload, continued or periodic first-shift support may also be required on a long-term basis. Travel is as needed. Current U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of two years of college-level engineering or scientific study.
• Current U.S. citizenship.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical and electromechanical fluid-component assembly and disassembly.
• Knowledge of pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, cryogenic, and electrical testing of components.
• Experience working from drawings and procedures and using cleanroom tools, equipment, measuring instruments, and testing instruments.
• Able to follow written and oral instructions and read, comprehend, and follow prescribed procedures.
• Computer literacy.
• Able to work as part of a team and withstand repetitive tasks and pressure from critical deadlines.
• Able to work in a cleanroom environment, enclosed areas, and at heights up to 500 feet.
• Must be able to pass KSC-provided visual, confined-space, working-at-heights, and respirator physicals.
• Available to train on first shift initially and provide continued or periodic first-shift support when required.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of experience in precision cleaning of aerospace fluid systems or components is recommended.
• Four years of relevant experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and provide detailed instructions for contractor cleaning, refurbishment, and decontamination requests.
• Prepare intermediate and depot maintenance manuals and technical operating procedures for processing and testing components and systems.
• Generate work-order authorizations for specific tasks or unique special projects.
• Interface with contractors and government personnel when required; consult and advise customers on precision cleaning, testing requirements, techniques, and capabilities.
• Disposition discrepancies related to processing or testing that do not require specification changes.
• Assist in procuring parts required for component refurbishment.
• Ensure engineering instructions conform to applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervision.

What This Job Offers

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