Lab Technician

Who we are

As Paragon Space Development celebrates 26+ years of providing award-winning life support and thermal control solutions for extreme environments, we've recognized that it is our employees that keep our business thriving. By any measure, Paragon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Our goal is to hire the best and allow you to do the work that you enjoy! We are interested in developing individuals who enjoy a challenge and like working on a variety of projects in a fast-paced environment.

Position Summary :

Provide hands-on laboratory and test support, utilizing provided training to aid in material characterization, component testing, and hardware evaluation. Support the full product life cycle from research and development through low-volume production test campaigns. Provide test setup, instrumentation, sample preparation, and data collection support as required. Must be a responsible self-starter.

Description of Duties :

• Support engineering and test programs with basic to medium-complexity laboratory and test operations.
• Follow detailed written and verbal instructions to prepare samples, assemble test fixtures, and execute test procedures.
• Prepare and finish test coupons and components in accordance with engineering and test specifications.
• Set up, instrument, and operate laboratory / test equipment including force testers, environmental chambers, vacuum systems, and data acquisition systems.
• Document test setups, results, and verification processes in accordance with internal procedures.
• Must be capable of supporting prototype testing in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
• Maintain lab cleanliness, sample traceability, and proper organization of test articles and equipment.
• Provide back-up support for manufacturing and engineering technicians as needed.
• Communicate test anomalies, nonconformances, and equipment issues to engineering and quality.
• Frequently lifts, carries, or otherwise moves and positions objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Will be required to perform repetitive motions for extended periods of time.
• Typically bends, stoops, and crouches when connecting instrumentation or configuring test fixtures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :