Laboratory Sampling Technician

Astrion; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion invites applications for a Laboratory Sampling Technician on 2nd shift at Kennedy Space Center, FL. The role focuses on operating and maintaining sampling equipment to collect aerospace gas and fluid samples for lab analysis, contributing to mission safety and success.

The position requires training on 1st shift initially, with potential long-term support to 1st shift based on mission needs, and a strong emphasis on safety and precise data handling.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 1 year of experience sampling aerospace-related commodities or operating sampling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Transport hypergolic fuels, cryogens, high-pressure gases, and hardware safely to decontamination, cleaning facilities, and laboratories.
• Set up, calibrate, repair, purge, and prepare sampling equipment for certification and use.
• Conduct on-site analyses using devices such as velometers, flowmeters, temperature/humidity instruments, contamination counters, leak rate probes, recorders, and gas regulator panels.
• Maintain accurate work records and document sampling system data.
• Assist in preparation, evaluation, and improvement of sampling procedures.
• Perform tasks while ensuring compliance with laboratory best practices and safety policies.

Skills

High School Diploma or GED

Sampling equipment experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Laboratory Sampling Technician, 2nd Shift

Location: Kennedy Space Center, FL

Status: Full-Time, 2nd Shift

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Required

Be the Difference

Astrion is seeking a motivated 2nd Shfit Laboratory Sampling Technician to support the LASSO II contract within the Space Division at Kennedy Space Center. In this role, you will operate and maintain sampling equipment to collect a variety of aerospace gas and fluid samples for laboratory analysis, playing a vital part in ensuring mission success and safety.

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 long‑term basis.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ year of experience sampling aerospace-related commodities or operating sampling equipment

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

• Ability to pass KSC-provided physicals: Fuel Handling, SCAPE, Working at Heights, Confined Space, Respirator
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Florida Commercial Driver’s License (Class C)
• Comfortable working in enclosed spaces and at heights up to 500 feet
• Strong ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Computer literate with the ability to record and analyze data accurately
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks under critical deadlines

Responsibilities

• Transport hypergolic fuels, cryogens, high-pressure gases, and hardware safely from work areas to decontamination, cleaning facilities, and laboratories
• Set up, calibrate, repair, purge, and prepare sampling equipment for certification and use
• Conduct on-site analyses using devices such as velometers, flowmeters, temperature/humidity instruments, contamination counters, leak rate probes, recorders, and gas regulator panels
• Maintain accurate work records and document sampling system data
• Assist in preparation, evaluation, and improvement of sampling procedures
• Perform tasks as directed while ensuring compliance with laboratory best practices and safety policies