Altitude Chamber Test Technician II for Space Exploration

Amentum company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Altitude Test Technician II to join the JETSII Contract at NASA centers in Houston, Texas. This is a CBA union position that supports NASA’s deep-space exploration efforts.

The role involves setup, operation, and maintenance of altitude chamber test hardware, serving as a lock observer, and collaboration with engineers on test systems. Requires a HS diploma with 4 years' related experience and knowledge of decompression symptoms.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with 4 years of related experience.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Knowledge of decompression sickness symptoms and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Perform setup, operation, and maintenance of altitude chamber test hardware.
• Serve as lock observer during manned tests and evacuations.
• Fabricate and modify hardware from drawings.
• Maintain test data, training, and equipment records.
• Operate PPE and follow safety procedures during testing.
• Collaborate with engineers on test system design and operation.

Skills

Decompression sickness symptoms

Pressure suit egress

Follow written and verbal instructions

Teamwork

Mechanical equipment operation

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Man-lift

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Altitude Test Technician II to join the JETSII Contract at NASA centers in Houston, Texas. This is a CBA union position that supports NASA’s deep-space exploration efforts.

The role involves setup, operation, and maintenance of altitude chamber test hardware, serving as a lock observer, and collaboration with engineers on test systems. Requires a HS diploma with 4 years' related experience and knowledge of decompression symptoms.