Scientist III (5494)

Bennett Aerospace Inc, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, has an opening for a highly motivatedScientist III. This position is for a degreed chemist or related field who will primarily perform preventive and corrective maintenance on analytical chemistry laboratory equipment and systems located at the Kennedy Space Center. Part of this effort includes performing weekly or monthly analysis of standards or samples on the equipment to monitor baseline performance. When a needed repair cannot be performed by laboratory personnel, this position coordinates with the OEM or an authorized vendor to come onsite to perform the repair.

Support analytic or scientific studies in plasma systems and plasma system development as well as evaluation of experimental results; applies scientific principles in engineering, chemistry, physics, engineering, and technology development. Member of an experiment or project team. Support various projects: identifying, developing, and building hardware associated with plasma systems for terrestrial and space exploration missions. Apply scientific principles in engineering, research, and technology development. Generally, function in one or more of the following activities: prototype development, hardware testing, and experimental design/support/maintenance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work with proficient scientists, engineers, and researchers to develop and research various plasma systems
  
• Experience in prototype development, including minor electrical circuit wiring and fluid system fabrication
  
• Experience working with high voltage equipment
  
• Experience in operating Residual Gas Analyzers, Gas Chromatogram Mass Spectrometers, and Optical Emission Spectrometers
• Prepare technical reports and basic drawing or drafting
• Must have accountability, proactive behavior, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate creative problem-solving, work independently and in a highly collaborative team environment
• Basic understanding of use and maintenance/calibration of general lab equipment
• Good written and oral communication with stakeholders and team members
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, and LabView
  

Other Responsibilities:

• Safety - LASSO enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
• Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the LASSO Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicableLASSO Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities
• Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, computer engineering or related science field and 10 years of job-related experience.
• Excellent communications and analytical skills, working knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs.
• Position may require travel.
• Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance.
• US citizenship is required for unescorted access to assigned work area(s).
• Must be able to successfully pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries.

Preferred Qualifications

• Local candidates preferred.
• Previous experience in research laboratories conducting plasma studies.
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams with diverse membership including other scientists and engineers.
• Experience with chemical, physical, and engineering techniques such as described above.

Security Requirements :

Security Clearance Level: Secret

• Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.
• Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check.
  
  

Apply online at: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=GATEWAYVENT&cws=55&rid=5494

This position is located at the Kennedy Space Center, FL

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.