Laboratory Engineering Specialist

Astrion; University (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion has an opening for a Laboratory Engineering Specialist at Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, FL. The role focuses on decontamination, cleaning, refurbishment and testing of aerospace components, performed on site at Cape Canaveral.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years of engineering/science study, plus experience with precision cleaning and reading drawings. U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 2 years of college-level engineering or scientific study.
• Two or more years of experience in precision cleaning of aerospace fluid systems or components recommended.
• 0 years' experience with completed education requirements or 4 years relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• Extensive knowledge in mechanical and electro-mechanical fluid component assembly/disassembly; pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, cryogenic and electrical testing of components.
• Experience working from drawings and procedures and using cleanroom tools/equipment/testing instruments.
• Current U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and provide detailed instruction to accomplish contractor cleaning, refurbishment, and decontamination requests.
• Prepare intermediate and depot maintenance manuals and technical operating procedures for processing and testing of components and systems.
• Generate work order authorizations for tasks or special projects.
• Interface with contractors and government personnel as required; advise customers on precision cleaning, testing requirements, techniques and capabilities.
• Disposition discrepancies related to processing or testing of items that do not require specification changes.
• Assist in procurement of parts required for refurbishment of components.
• Ensure engineering instructions conform to safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Perform tasks and other related duties as directed by supervision.

Skills

Cleanroom tools

Reading drawings

Mechanical testing

Testing instruments

Computer literate

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

2+ years college eng/science

Tools

Measuring instruments

Cleanroom equipment

Testing instruments

Job description

Overview

Laboratory Engineering Specialist 2nd Shift

LOCATION: Cape Canaveral, FL

JOB STATUS: Full-time, 2nd Shift

CLEARANCE: N/A

TRAVEL: as needed

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a 2nd Shift Laboratory Engineering Specialist for the Laboratory Support Services and Operations (LASSO) II contract team, at Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, FL. This fulltime represented position is responsible for providing detailed instruction for Precision Cleaning Mechanics to accomplish the decontamination, cleaning, refurbishment and testing of components and systems submitted to the Component Refurbishment Department. Work will be performed onsite at the Kennedy Space Center.

This position is being hired to support 2nd shift operations. However, the individuals will be required to train on 1st shift for an initial period to ensure full proficiency with operational procedures, equipment, and safety requirements. Additionally, based on mission needs and workload demands, the employee may be asked to provide continued or periodic support to 1st shift on a longterm basis.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• High School diploma or General Equivalence Diploma (GED) and a minimum of two years of college level engineering or scientific study.
• Recommended, two or more years of experience in precision cleaning of aerospace fluid systems or components.
• 0 years' experience with completed education requirements or 4 years relevant experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree.
• Extensive knowledge in mechanical and electro-mechanical fluid component assembly and disassembly; pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, cryogenic and electrical testing of components.
• Previous experience working from drawings and procedures and the use of cleanroom tools/equipment/measuring and testing instruments.
• Current U.S. Citizenship is required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS:

• Must be able to pass the following KSC-provided physicals:
  • Visual
  • Confined Space
  • Working at heights
  • Respirator
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to work in a clean room environment, enclosed areas and heights up to 500 feet
• Able to follow written and oral instructions
• Able to withstand stress of repetitive tasks and pressure of critical deadlines
• Must be able to read, comprehend and follow prescribed procedures
• Computer literate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Receive, review, and provide detailed instruction to accomplish contractor cleaning, refurbishment, and decontamination requests.
• Prepare intermediate and depot maintenance manuals and technical operating procedures for processing and testing of components and systems.
• Generate work order authorizations for specific tasks or special projects that are considered unique.
• Interface directly with contractors and government personnel when required. Consult and advise customers on matters pertaining to precision cleaning, testing requirements, techniques and capabilities.
• Disposition discrepancies related to the processing or testing of items that does not require specification changes.
• Assist in the procurement of parts required for the refurbishment of components.
• Assure engineering instructions conform to safety, environmental and quality standards, as applicable.
• Perform tasks and other related duties as directed by supervision.