Laboratory Test Technologist

Amentum•Houston, TX

18h•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 for evaluating materials and developing hardware for aerospace and industrial applications. The role performs routine and non-routine laboratory testing and analysis, maintains test equipment and safety documentation, and works with the Lab Manager to develop test designs that meet project needs. This position has been posted at multiple levels, and candidates may be considered at any advertised level based on experience, requirements, and business needs. Typically, qualifications include either 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. Salary starts at $70,100, with final pay based on experience, skills, and qualifications. Proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency may be required, and candidates must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

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.
A 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.
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.
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 tables in word-processing 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.
Keep laboratory equipment in ready-to-use condition.
Perform preventive maintenance and calibration processing.
Maintain safety documentation.
Perform other duties as required.