Chemical Laboratory Technician

Cimarron is seeking a Chemical Laboratory Technician to support the development of Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner, a Boeing spacecraft supporting NASA's Commercial Crew Program, at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The selected candidate for this position will be a part of a mission that helps launch astronauts to the International Space Station and advances the future of human space exploration!

This is an on-site position.

This opportunity is expected to last for at least 9 months, but is likely to be extended.

Key Duties:

• Prepare and perform chemical, materials, and metallurgical testing in support of production and engineering efforts.
• Handle, prepare, and test metallic and non-metallic materials according to industry and program-specific standards.
• Operate laboratory equipment, including microscopes, hardness testers, tensile testers, spectrometers, and ovens/furnaces.
• Perform wet chemistry procedures and other analytical techniques to evaluate coatings, adhesives, and contaminants.
• Record test results, maintain detailed laboratory notebooks, and prepare technical data reports.
• Maintain laboratory safety protocols and ensure compliance with NASA and Boeing standards.
• Support failure analysis and root cause investigations as needed.

Required Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Due to facility security requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for consideration at this time.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, which will include but is not limited to testing for marijuana use
• This is a sensitive/safety-sensitive position and is subject to DOT random drug and alcohol testing.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and test documentation.
• Experience with wet chemistry techniques and/or metallographic sample preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow detailed procedures and specifications.
• Associate degree or technical certification in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.

Desired Skills, Experience, and Education:

• 1 or more years of laboratory experience working with aerospace materials, coatings, or adhesives.
• Experience supporting aerospace or government programs.
• Familiarity with NASA specifications and quality systems.
• Knowledge of materials used in spacecraft or launch vehicles.

Business Profile:

Cimarron is a global solutions company with a strategic partnering approach to satisfying customer-driven requirements. We ensure customer success with a modern approach and experienced leadership. Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, Cimarron is fueled by highly skilled employees, developing new innovative technologies, and delivering superior products and services. We believe in recognizing employees' worth by offering competitive salaries and benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) contributions, educational reimbursement, and much more. From company communication through Company-wide information meetings led by our President and CEO, to an Awards program designed to recognize our amazing employees and their accomplishments, you will not only feel like you are a part of a team, you will be a valued member of the Cimarron family. Cimarron is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.