Laboratory Sampling Technician

Astrion; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Laboratory Sampling Technician to support its Space Division at Kennedy Space Center. This role involves operating and maintaining sampling equipment to ensure the quality of aerospace gas and fluid commodities. The position requires a high school diploma and at least one year of relevant experience. Successful candidates will demonstrate teamwork and the ability to follow detailed instructions while working in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions can make a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Access to on-site services at Kennedy Space Center

Fitness Center

Child Development Center

NASA Exchanges

Credit Union

Recreation & Social parks

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in sampling aerospace commodities.
• Knowledge of sampling equipment and procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Transport hypergols, cryogens, and high-pressure gases safely.
• Maintain and prepare sampling equipment for certification.

Skills

Sampling aerospace related commodities

Operating sampling equipment

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Velometers

Temperature/humidity measuring instruments

Flowmeters

Contamination counters

Leak rate probes

Gas regulator panels

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Be the Difference

Space Division.

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities.

Overview

Be the Difference

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Sampling Technician for the LASSO II contract, supporting the Space Division.

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities.

We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

JOB DETAILS

This fulltime represented position is responsible for operating and maintaining sampling equipment to obtain a wide variety of samples of aerospace gas and fluid commodities used at KSC and USSFS and deliver to the laboratory for analysis. Work will be performed onsite at the Kennedy Space Center.

LOCATION: Kennedy Space Center, Florida

JOB STATUS: Fulltime

TRAVEL: None

Required Qualifications / Skills

• High School diploma
• One or more years of experience in sampling aerospace related commodities with knowledge of sampling equipment or related experience
  
  

Desired Qualifications / Skills

• Must be able to pass the following KSC-provided physicals:
• Fuel Handlers
• SCAPE
• Working at heights
• Confined Space
• Respirator
• Possession of/ability to; qualify for Florida Commercials Driver’s License, Class C
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to work in 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

• Transport hypergols, cryogens, high-pressure gases and hardware from various work areas to decontamination, cleaning facilities and laboratories.
• Repair, maintain, set-up, purge and prepare sampling equipment for certification and calibrations.
• Perform specified on-site analyses utilizing devices such as velometers, temperature/humidity measuring instruments, flowmeters, contamination counters, leak rate probes, recorders and gas regulator panels.
• Maintain work records, record sample system data and assist in preparation and evaluation of sampling procedures.
• Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures
• Perform tasks as directed
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Access to Kennedy Space Center on site services including the Child Development Center, Fitness Center, Barbershop, NASA Exchanges, Credit Union and Kennedy Athletic, Recreation & Social (KARS) parks
  
  

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

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• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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