Job ID: 22263

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL), a University Affiliated Research Center, has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence programs for over six decades. Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations.

The SDL Materials Process group is seeking an Entry-Level Scientist/Engineer to support a variety of tasks in support of thermal vacuum chamber operations and flight hardware handling. SDL’s thermal vacuum chamber group is responsible for the operation and maintenance of 27 space simulation thermal vacuum chambers ranging from 12cm diameter up to 3.8m diameter.

You should have the ability to work well in a research laboratory environment and manage various hands-on technical problems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test coordination, planning, and execution - including extensively working with program engineers and determining appropriate test configurations, integration of flight hardware into chambers, and operation of the chambers

• Data analysis, creation and revision of technical documentation, including space simulation test plans, vacuum chamber operating procedures, maintenance plans, technical test reports, traveler entries, calibration certificates and equipment maintenance records

• Performs real time outgassing diagnostics of flight hardware under vacuum, including operation of Quartz Crystal Microbalances and Residual Gas Analyzers

• Coordinates and plans vacuum bakeouts of high outgassing components and materials, including development of processing guidelines for new materials to be used in flight hardware

• Performs maintenance of high vacuum pumps and space simulation chambers

• Supports 24/7 shift work when chambers are operating

• Performs special materials processes such as precision cleaning of sensitive parts

  Required Qualifications:

• BS degree in a STEM discipline

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal

• Ability to learn quickly on the job and apply learned skills to daily tasks

• Knowledgeable in MS Office, specifically Word and Excel

• Ability to read and interpret technical schematics, drawings, and diagrams

• Attention to detail, especially in a laboratory setting

• Physical Requirement – ability to lift 50 lbs

• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with high vacuum equipment and best practices

• Chemistry laboratory experience

• Familiarity with the space environment

  SDL Benefits:

  At SDL, we take pride in and highly value our employees. SDL offers competitive salaries and a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Flexible work schedules

• Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave

• A variety of inexpensive, high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance options

• Generous employer retirement contribution (Up to 14.2% of annual gross earnings)

• Discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents

• Access to USU facilities and USU staff privileges

  SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA’s vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense’s aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you’ve heard of, and others that you haven’t. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

  For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

  EOE including Disability and Vet

Powered by JazzHR