Laboratory Test Technologist

Amentum•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum, working with HX5 on the JETS contract at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, is hiring a Laboratory Test Technologist to support the Advanced Materials Laboratory (AML) in the Crew and Thermal Systems Division. The AML provides testing services to evaluate materials and develop hardware for aerospace and industrial applications. This position supports NASA’s long-duration space exploration missions. The technologist performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests and analyses, calculates and documents results, and works with the Lab Manager on test design and setup. The role also involves procuring supplies and equipment, maintaining laboratory equipment and safety documentation, and performing preventive maintenance and calibration processing. The work is generally performed in an office environment, though tasks may involve indoor or outdoor work. The position requires regular attendance and may require schedule adjustments to cover peak periods and surge requirements. Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required, and the selected candidate must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Typically, 2–5 years of experience in the field or a related area.
Experience working in a laboratory environment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated strong safety mindset in testing and laboratory activities.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules.
Ability to work unsupervised for extended periods.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
Ability to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency may be required.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Johnson Space Center organizations, processes, and procedures.
Familiarity with materials and soft goods used in space hardware applications.
Familiarity with machine shop operations.
Familiarity with tension and compression force test machines, thermal conductivity test machines, oxygen flammability testers, vacuum chamber systems, liquid nitrogen test equipment, laser etching and cutting machines, additive manufacturing 3-D printers, and abrasion test equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine mechanical tests, physical property measurements, thermal, vacuum, and electrical measurements, and failure analyses.
Calculate test results, populate spreadsheets, and compile results in tables in Word documents.
Work with the Lab Manager on test design and setup to meet project needs.
Procure parts, supplies, and laboratory equipment.
Maintain and update job hazard analyses (JHAs) and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory equipment.
Perform laboratory safety walkthroughs.
Maintain laboratory equipment in ready-to-use condition.
Perform preventive maintenance and calibration processing.
Perform other duties as required.
Maintain regular attendance and adjust schedules to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Follow professional behavior and grooming and dress standards that promote teamwork and do not create safety risks.