Altitude Test Tech II – Space Chamber Specialist

RiseMe; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Altitude Test Technician II to join the JETSII Contract supporting NASA exploration efforts. The role involves assembly, operation, and maintenance of altitude chamber systems and associated life-support hardware, with emphasis on safety and precise procedures.

Candidate must manage complex mechanical tasks, follow detailed instructions, and work with engineering teams under supervision to ensure mission readiness and test success.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of experience in the field or related area.
• Knowledge of physical symptoms of decompression sickness, hypoxia, hypercapnia, hyperventilation, and treatment of each.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and assist others.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled work in development, fabrication, setup, operation, and maintenance of fixtures, equipment, and facilities for altitude chamber testing.
• Serve as inside/outside lock observer on manned tests and assist during emergencies.
• Fabricate, modify, and assemble complex hardware from drawings and instructions.
• Build and operate mechanical systems including pressure, vacuum, and cryogenic systems for testing facilities.
• Maintain data records, test procedures, and maintenance logs.

Skills

Altitude chamber testing

Emergency actions

Mechanical equipment operation

Reading drawings & specs

Team training & certification

PPE compliance

Air Force Class III physical

High school diploma + 4 years exp

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

4 years experience in field

Tools

Forklift

Man-lift

Flare machine

Pipe threading & tubing tools

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Altitude Test Technician II to join the JETSII Contract supporting NASA exploration efforts. The role involves assembly, operation, and maintenance of altitude chamber systems and associated life-support hardware, with emphasis on safety and precise procedures.

Candidate must manage complex mechanical tasks, follow detailed instructions, and work with engineering teams under supervision to ensure mission readiness and test success.