Clean Room Lab Technician I

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 Clean Room Lab Technician I join our team!

This is a CBA position.

The Clean Room Lab Technician I will

• Knowledge of laboratory cleaning techniques, methods, and equipment.
• Assist with precision cleaning of equipment, instruments, sample processing cabinets and/or desiccators.
• Perform housekeeping task assignments inside state-of-the-art cleanrooms laboratories and research labs that have highly sensitive equipment and samples.
• Monitor usage of Ultra-Pure Water and GN2 systems in laboratory environments, including cleanrooms.
• Perform particle counts on cleaning equipment, tools, and instruments and record data in an electronic format.
• Perform monthly laboratory routine tasks to replace gloves on processing cabinets.
• Perform inventory control of cleanroom garments, consumable supplies, and chemicals as required.
• Assist in the removal of lunar sample debris according to established procedures as required.
• Assist with VIP tour setups and sample inventory audits.
• Perform assigned work and maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with all safety procedures and company policies.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret safety materials and laboratory operating procedures for controlled clean rooms.
• Able to operate and handle basic hand-held tools.
• Able to communicate effectively with other employees, teammates, and department leads.
• Work in a team environment with good communication skills.
• Must be able to pass and maintain required courses and certifications.
• Must be a non-smoker to meet Class 10 cleanroom requirements.

Preferences

• Basic knowledge of nitrogen, ultra-pure water, and O2 sensors.
• Familiar with working with various types of metals and materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, Teflon, Lexan and quartz glass.
• Basic knowledge working with cleanroom sensitive equipment and instruments such as heat sealers, sonicators, ovens, and fume-hoods.
• Basic knowledge in calculating and verifying sample particle counting.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks resulting in consistent productivity.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Why Join Our Team?

Click on the below links to view just a small sample of all that we do! Come join our team and be part of our future. We look forward to seeing you!

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements

Requires Constant

Climbing and maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above or below ground level.

Kneeling and crawling from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.

Coordinating eyes, hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment.

Requires frequent

Bending, kneeling crouching/ squatting from one to 30 minutes at a time.

Reaching for, handling and manipulating objects and materials in all directions.

Lifting to 25 pounds from ground level, at waist level and overhead.

Carrying up to 25 pounds for 2 yards.

Standing.

Requires Occasional

Seeing and hearing with or without correction.

Bending at waist from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.

Requires the ability to

Follow set procedures and standards.

Apply basic mathematical skills.

Plan and work selecting proper tools.

Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects.

Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints.

Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked.

Recognize and report safety hazards.

Work Environment

Typically a cleanroom environment. May be exposed to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, etc. Various noise levels caused by power tools, machinery, equipment, etc.

Equipment and Machines

Operates basic hand-held tools such as wrenches, crimping tools, screw-drivers, pliers, etc.

Basic laboratory instruments such as microscope, heat sealer, ovens, sonicators, fume- hoods etc. Personal computer and related computer peripheral equipment to maintain and update database logs and/or records, and print documents. Ability to use Microsoft Office and Windows Operating System.

Attendance

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.

Other Essential Functions

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.

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

07/24/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum 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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