Space Simulation Technician

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) Materials Process group is seeking a Technician to support a variety of tasks in support of aerospace thermal vacuum chamber operations and flight hardware handling. SDL’s thermal vacuum chamber group is responsible for the operation and maintenance of 27 space simulation thermal vacuum chambers ranging from 12cm diameter up to 3.8m diameter. The successful candidate should have the ability to work well in a research laboratory environment and manage various hands-on technical problems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
NASA certified soldering and cable/crimp/harness assembly or ability to obtain
Ability to generate technical test reports, traveler entries, calibration certificates, and equipment maintenance records
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn quickly on the job and apply learned skills to daily tasks
Knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word and Excel
Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, drawings, and diagrams
Attention to detail, especially in a laboratory setting
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance of high vacuum pumps and space simulation chambers
Performs vacuum bakeouts of high outgassing components and materials
Sets up and integrates flight hardware into thermal vacuum chambers
Follows written operating procedures for the safe operation of space simulation chambers
Supports 24/7 shift work when chambers are operating
Performs data processing
Performs special materials processes such as precision cleaning of sensitive parts