PLSS Development Lab Technologist

Our long-term client relationship with Jacobs has led to a need for a PLSS Development Lab Technologist on the JETS III contract at Johnson Space Center (Houston, TX).

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a PLSS Development Lab Technologist to join the team with Barrios, a teammate company. We're looking for a Development Lab Technologist to join our team as we support testing of NASA's Portable Life Support System (PLSS).

Building on more than four decades of experience in providing innovative integration solutions for government and commercial space programs, Barrios offers an extensive range of engineering, software, and related technology integration services in support of the aerospace community. As a woman-owned and operated small business, we are a people-focused company that supports professional development, while working to ensure that you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Barrios employees actively participate in the growth of the commercial spaceflight industry through our partnerships with companies leading commercial space development, as well as successfully supporting NASA as our primary government customer. Our long history supporting Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on the International Space Station, and now Commercial LEO, lays the groundwork for future missions to the Moon through our work on Orion, Gateway, and the Space Launch System.

The PLSS Development Lab Technologist will:

Perform a range of duties in the PLSS Development Lab that includes the design, development, operation, and maintenance of the different test systems used by the Portable Life Support System (PLSS) development team. Specific duties may include:

• Supporting test stand design and fabrication, which includes working with test engineers on the physical layout of test stands during the design phase.
• Serving as Test Operator on complex test systems of spacesuits, PLSS, and PLSS components. PLSS components include water pumps, water evaporators, CO2 scrubbers, pressure regulators, fans, and process control sensors. Testing includes operations of pressure systems, vacuum systems, instrumentation, and using LabVIEW.
• Coordinating workloads across PLSS technicians.
• Managing pressure systems, which includes tracking dates for Class I's, relief valves, and flex hoses; generating the necessary documentation to perform calibrations or inspections; and then working with the pressure system office to complete those tasks.
• Managing instrumentation calibration, which includes monitoring the recall lists, generating the required documentation, and coordinating with the appropriate calibration labs to execute the tasks.
• General PLSS hardware management, which includes monitoring the movement of controlled hardware with proper documentation, working with JSC property personnel on annual inventories, and executing test system maintenance activities.
• Maintaining PLSS Development Lab chemical inventory tracking and reporting.
• Managing the lab's inventory of consumables, including items such as gloves, cleaning supplies, tools, fasteners, safety equipment, or instruments.
• Periodically providing status to management on lab and test rig activities.
• Helping to identify project risks as they relate to labs, lab equipment, and GSE.
• Perform other duties as required.

This position is posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, position requirements and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School diploma, plus five (5) years of experience, or any equivalent combination of education/experience.

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• BS Degree in Engineering Technology or related field.

Preferences:

• Experience with CREO, light fabrication (8020, Unistrut, sheet metal), 3-D printing, tube routing and bending, and basic electrical cable routing.
• Experience with process instrumentation (pressure transducers, temperature sensors, gas constituent sensors).
• Experience with JSC Pressure Systems Management requirements.
• Experience with functionally testing and troubleshooting complex test systems, including leak checks, instrumentation checks, or electrical troubleshooting.
• Experience with lab operations, upkeep, and maintenance activities in the JSC PLSS labs.
• Training certifications in cleanroom operations, hazards in oxygen systems, and ESD control.
• Ability to develop processes and procedures and advise on areas for improvement.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle

Essential Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol as outlined in our Drug Free Workplace policy.
• Work may involve sitting for extended periods.
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lb.
• Must have sufficient mobility to enter areas of test facilities where necessary.
• Generally an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, fax, etc.)
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical.
• Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements when required.
• Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
• Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
• This position may require some commuting and traveling to other installations as needed.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity; for immediate consideration, apply now!

Barrios Technology is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in several states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.

Barrios Technology is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.