Laboratory Test Technologist

Amentum•Houston, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Laboratory Test Technologist will support NASA’s long-duration space exploration missions through the JETS Contract, working in the Crew and Thermal Systems Division at Johnson Space Center. The Advanced Materials Laboratory provides test services to evaluate materials and develop hardware for aerospace and industrial applications. The technologist performs routine and non-routine laboratory testing and analyses, calculates and documents results, and works with the Lab Manager on test design and setup. The role also involves procuring laboratory supplies and equipment, maintaining lab equipment and safety documentation, and supporting preventive maintenance and calibration. The position is generally based in an office environment, but work may take place indoors or outdoors depending on the task. Regular attendance is important, and the schedule may need to be adjusted for peak periods and surge requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, typically with 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 long periods of time.
May be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

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.
Familiarity with thermal conductivity test machines.
Familiarity with oxygen flammability testers.
Familiarity with vacuum chamber systems.
Familiarity with liquid nitrogen test equipment.
Familiarity with laser etching and cutting machines.
Familiarity with additive manufacturing 3-D printers.
Familiarity with abrasion test equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine mechanical tests and physical property, thermal, vacuum, and electrical measurements, as well as failure analyses.
Calculate test results, populate spreadsheets, and compile results in tables within Word documents.
Work with the Lab Manager on test design and build-up 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, and perform safety walkthroughs.
Maintain laboratory equipment in ready-to-use condition.
Perform preventive maintenance and calibration processing.
Maintain safety documentation.
Perform other duties as required.