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Decatur, Alabama, United States
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This position is full-time (100%) of the ESSCA Group support to the NASA EM22 Materials Test, Chemistry & Contamination Control Branch.
Responsibilities:
Works integrally with engineers/scientists and exercises practical knowledge of a wide range of technical, engineering, and scientific methods in the areas of electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, drafting, or assembly disciplines. This individual applies standardized rules or operations that require training and experience in mechanical material testing. Performs specific projects involving specialized or complicated procedures and applies a wide variety of test and inspection techniques to various engineering and scientific aspects to make on-site determinations. Resolves operational problems to ensure appropriate interaction between components and recommends improved procedures, and modifies parts, instruments, and equipment. Utilizes a variety of complex instruments, gauges, and methods to perform work on critical units or multiple subunits of a system or device. Communicates with personnel in problem resolution, coordinates the work, reviews, analyses and the integration of the technical work of others.
Duties will include:
Here’s What You’ll Need:
Qualifications:
Candidates for the Materials Test Engineering Technician should have a minimum of a High School diploma or GED or equivalent; and at least 5 years of experience, or an Associate’s Degree.
Required Skills and Experience:
The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!
Essential Functions
Work Environment:
Office and laboratory environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<10%).
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to perform technical tasks(25%). Work in a materials test lab (60%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and Amentum facilities (5%).
Equipment and Machines:
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance:
Normal workdays are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions:
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran
Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:
This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.
Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
06/02/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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