Spectroscopy & Materials Analysis Lab Technician

PAE Government Services Inc.; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a chemistry-lab oriented professional to perform rigorous research, analysis, and reporting at our Quantico facility. The role involves applying chemical markings and detection techniques, evaluating vendor reports, and supporting field collection and analysis, all under a TS/CI Polygraph-clearance requirement.

Essential qualifications include a B.S. in chemistry or a related field and at least two years in a laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry or similar field.
• 2 years working in a laboratory environment.
• Top Secret with ability to pass a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.
• Familiarity with spectroscopy and spectral processing software.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of and experience with chemical markings and detection techniques tailored to the specific requirements.
• Identify and utilize materials and detection systems that meet customer requirements.
• Evaluate technical reports from outside vendors for suitability to meet customer requirements.
• Support field collection and analysis requirements.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Spectroscopy familiarity

Security clearance: TS CI Polygraph

Data analysis in chemistry

Education

B.S. in Chemistry or similar field

Tools

ENVI+IDL spectral processing software

Job description

Amentum is seeking a chemistry-lab oriented professional to perform rigorous research, analysis, and reporting at our Quantico facility. The role involves applying chemical markings and detection techniques, evaluating vendor reports, and supporting field collection and analysis, all under a TS/CI Polygraph-clearance requirement.

Essential qualifications include a B.S. in chemistry or a related field and at least two years in a laboratory setting.