Laboratory Sampling Technician

Astrion • Kennedy Space Center, FL, Florida

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Astrion is seeking a Laboratory Sampling Technician to support the LASSO II contract within the Space Division at Kennedy Space Center. The role involves operating and maintaining sampling equipment to collect aerospace gas and fluid samples for laboratory analysis, supporting mission success and safety.

The position is assigned to 2nd shift. The employee will initially train on 1st shift to become proficient with operational procedures, equipment, and safety requirements. Depending on mission needs and workload, continued or periodic 1st-shift support may also be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience sampling aerospace-related commodities or operating sampling equipment.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to pass KSC-provided physicals for Fuel Handling, SCAPE, Working at Heights, Confined Space, and Respirator.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Florida Commercial Driver’s License (Class C).
• Comfort working in enclosed spaces and at heights up to 500 feet.
• Strong ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Team-oriented, with the ability to work independently.
• Computer literacy and the ability to record and analyze data accurately.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks under critical deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Transport hypergolic fuels, cryogens, high-pressure gases, and hardware safely from work areas to decontamination, cleaning facilities, and laboratories.
• Set up, calibrate, repair, purge, and prepare sampling equipment for certification and use.
• Conduct on-site analyses using devices such as velometers, flowmeters, temperature and humidity instruments, contamination counters, leak rate probes, recorders, and gas regulator panels.
• Maintain accurate work records and document sampling system data.
• Assist in preparing, evaluating, and improving sampling procedures.
• Perform assigned tasks while ensuring compliance with laboratory best practices and safety policies.

What This Job Offers

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