Security-Cleared Lab Technician - Aerospace Sampling

Astrion; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion seeks a motivated Laboratory Sampling Technician to support the LASSO II contract at Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, FL. The role involves operating and maintaining sampling equipment to collect aerospace gas and fluid samples for laboratory analysis, supporting mission safety and success.

This position starts with training on 1st shift to ensure proficiency before transitioning to 2nd shift. US citizenship is required, and duties encompass rigorous safety, quality, and regulatory

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of experience sampling aerospace commodities or operating sampling equipment preferred.
• Ability to pass site safety requirements and wear PPE as needed.

Responsibilities

• Transport fuels, cryogens, high-pressure gases, and hardware safely between areas.
• Set up, calibrate, and prepare sampling equipment for certification.
• Calibrate equipment and record results for launch support analysis.
• Assist Chemists with analytical projects and data collection.
• Ensure safety, environmental, quality and EPA/FL, DOH/NELAC standards compliance.
• Assist in non-routine tests and studies related to aerospace systems and commodities.
• Prepare lab investigations with awareness of techniques and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate work records and document sampling system data.

Skills

Sampling aerospace samples

Data recording & analysis

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sampling equipment

Analytical instruments

Job description

Astrion seeks a motivated Laboratory Sampling Technician to support the LASSO II contract at Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, FL. The role involves operating and maintaining sampling equipment to collect aerospace gas and fluid samples for laboratory analysis, supporting mission safety and success.

This position starts with training on 1st shift to ensure proficiency before transitioning to 2nd shift. US citizenship is required, and duties encompass rigorous safety, quality, and regulatory