Precision Cleaning Tech - Cleanroom Specialist (12m)

Columbus Technologies and Services; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Technologies and Services is seeking a Precision Cleaning Technician for NASA JPL in Pasadena, CA. The role supports the Mechanical, Packaging, and Test Section, performing precision cleaning, assembly and testing of electro‑mechanical hardware for R&D and flight components.

You will follow laboratory protocols, handle cleaning chemicals, operate ultrasonic cleaners, and help maintain calibration records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher with related training and 3–4 years of general work experience.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree with related experience may be considered.
• Experience with cleaning mechanical hardware and following cleaning procedures and practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and perform precision parts cleaning, assembly, testing, and gas sampling on R&D and flight components.
• Ensure processes and environment comply with laboratory protocols and government regulations.
• Handle chemicals and cleaning solutions such as isopropyl alcohol, acetone, and detergents.
• Operate ultrasonic cleaners and perform related cleaning and testing tasks.
• Maintain part traceability and calibration records for equipment.

Skills

Cleaning procedures

Mechanical hardware assembly

Flight hardware handling

Independent work

Effective communication

Travel availability

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Hand tools

Soldering irons

Tube bending and flaring

Machining (drill press, band saw, grinder)

Pressure system fabrication

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Columbus Technologies and Services is seeking a Precision Cleaning Technician for NASA JPL in Pasadena, CA. The role supports the Mechanical, Packaging, and Test Section, performing precision cleaning, assembly and testing of electro‑mechanical hardware for R&D and flight components.

You will follow laboratory protocols, handle cleaning chemicals, operate ultrasonic cleaners, and help maintain calibration records.