Chemist III - Space Lab, 2nd Shift with 1st-Shift Training

Astrion; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Chemist III at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL to support the Laboratory Support Services and Operations (LASSO) II contract. This full-time position is on the second shift, with initial training on the first shift to ensure proficiency with procedures, equipment, and safety requirements.

Based on mission needs, you may be asked to provide periodic 1st shift support. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field and at least seven

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses or experiments in laboratories for quality or process control or to develop new products or knowledge.
• Develop and implement analytical methods for the chemical and physical testing of trace contaminants in various matrices for conformance to specification standards.
• Assist laboratory activities in determining analytical and intricate testing of aerospace systems and commodities.
• Perform laboratory investigations, troubleshooting of analytical problems and technology transfer of analytical methods.
• Train Laboratory Technicians to approved Technical Operating Procedures including on‑job training of technicians.
• Serve as a Safety Technical Director on approval of the Operations Laboratory Manager.
• Serve as a Hazardous Waste Management POC or Internal Compliance Auditor as directed by management.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

Astrion is seeking a Chemist III at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL to support the Laboratory Support Services and Operations (LASSO) II contract. This full-time position is on the second shift, with initial training on the first shift to ensure proficiency with procedures, equipment, and safety requirements.

Based on mission needs, you may be asked to provide periodic 1st shift support. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant scientific field and at least seven