Laboratory Test Technologist

Mclaurin Aerospace • Houston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

McLaurin is seeking a Laboratory Test Technologist to join its JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The role performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests and analyses, including mechanical testing, physical property measurements, thermal, vacuum, and electrical measurements, and failure analysis. The technologist calculates test results, records and compiles results in spreadsheets and Word document tables, and works with the Lab Manager on test design and setup to meet project needs.

The position also supports laboratory operations by procuring parts, supplies, and equipment; maintaining equipment in ready-to-use condition; and carrying out preventive maintenance and calibration processing. The technologist maintains and updates job hazard analyses and standard operating procedures for laboratory equipment, conducts safety walkthroughs, and handles safety documentation. Other duties may be assigned.

This position has been posted at multiple levels, and candidates may be considered at any advertised level based on experience, requirements, and business needs. U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation are required. McLaurin describes its organization as combining research and industry, and supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community.

Requirements

• Typically, a high school diploma and 10 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or a related field and 5 years of experience.
• 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.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with JSC 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, physical property measurements, thermal, vacuum, and electrical measurements, and failure analyses.
• Calculate test results, populate spreadsheets, and compile results in Word document tables.
• 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 and maintain safety documentation.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in ready-to-use condition.
• Perform preventive maintenance and calibration processing.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• Employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance, if applicable

What This Job Offers

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