About this role
Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic
Overview
Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic
Location: Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, FL
Job Status: Full-time
Travel: Limited; as needed
Must be US citizen
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic supporting the LASSO II contract at Kennedy Space Center.
The ideal candidate is an experienced Laboratory Cleaning Mechanic responsible for precision chemical cleaning, refurbishment of functional components, decontamination, and passivation of aerospace fluid systems. This fulltime represented position and work will be performed onsite at the Kennedy Space Center.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- High School diploma
- One or more years of experience in precision cleaning of fluid systems or components.
- Extensive knowledge in mechanical and electro-mechanical fluid component assembly and disassembly; pneumatic, hydrostatic, hydraulic, cryogenic and electrical testing of components.
- Previous experience working from drawings and procedures and the use of cleanroom tools/equipment/measuring and testing instruments.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Must be able to pass the following KSC-provided physicals:
- Fuel Handlers
- Visual: Micro-particle Counter
- Confined Space
- Respirator
- Crane Operator
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Able to work in a clean room environment, 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
- Perform precision chemical cleaning, refurbishment, functional testing, decontamination and passivation of fluid systems and functional components
- Safely perform all work in compliance with laboratory best practices and local policies and procedures
- Perform tasks as directed
What We Offer
- Competitive salaries
- Continuing education assistance
- Professional development
- Multiple healthcare benefits package options
- 401K with employer matching
- Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
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. Be the Difference 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. Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world! Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity 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, 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.