Taxable Entity

ALUTIIQ ESSENTIAL SERVICES LLC

Job Title

Scientist I

Location

MS Stennis Space Center - Stennis Space Center, MS 39529 US (Primary)

Category

Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics

Job Type

Full-time

Typical Pay/Range

$52,000 to $62,000 Annually

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

None

Security Clearance Required: None

POSITION OVERVIEW AND PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

The Scientist l - Gas Lab, applies professional scientific knowledge and testing in a laboratory environment. Provides gas and material analysis in accordance with Standard Lab Procedures and other work instructions. Scientist is responsible for completing tasks, solving most of the associated technical problems independently with guidance from lead scientist. May be required to coordinate the assignment with others working on related phases of a project. Because of the critical nature of the support provided, extended working hours (including weekends and holidays) are often mandatory.
Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management skills that includes the ability to multi task and effectively manage assignments in a dynamic / diverse lab environment. Must use judgment to evaluate and adapt laboratory requirements/guidelines to satisfy customer specifications and changing test schedules. Maintains contact with other laboratory professional/scientific personnel to promote lab initiatives and to complete assignments.

Primary/Major Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

• Analyze trace levels of gaseous contaminants in propellant and pressurant systems (includes the analysis of gaseous and cryogenic commodities: hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen, argon, helium, missile grade air and breathing air) at different pressures, including ambient and partial vacuum conditions.
• Evaluates, and implements process plans and methods for techniques suitable for day-to-day use on a routine basis. Utilizes various lab equipment to conduct gas analysis for rocket propulsion testing that includes ( paramagnetic and zirconium O2 analyzers for O2 purity determination, electrochemical fuel cells for measuring trace oxygen levels, non-dispersive hydrocarbon analyzers for CO and CO2 determination, flame ionization analyzers for measuring volatile hydrocarbons, gas chromatographs equipped with TCD and Helium Ionization detectors for separating and measuring low concentration of gas components in permanent gases including para and ortho hydrogen) These techniques may involve adaptation or modified techniques to new situations, or new approaches.
• Able to perform volume, mass and flow calculations and conversions for gasses and liquids. Must be able to perform surface area to volume ratio calculations to report equivalent test results to the surface area sampled based on the solvent volume submitted and analyzed. Ability to prepare secondary gas standards based on pressure fractions and performing mole fraction corrections as required based on Van der Wall forces and other gas law corrections as required.
• Performs precision cleanliness testing - conducts particulate analysis with manual and automated particle analyzers. Analyzes residues using FTIR spectrometer and identifies organic based particles and softgoods (elastomers) using a FTIR microscope. Performs metal analysis and identifies elements present in steel, aluminum and in other alloys using optical emission spectrometer and energy dispersive x-ray spectrometer.
• Works on assignments independently or with others under general guidance from higher-level scientists or management. Receives technical guidance on unusual or complex problems.
• Extract and analyze data to generate comprehensive technical reports - modifying and writing testmethods and procedures
• Provides innovative approaches to technical problems
• Contributes to the overall increase in lab efficiency through adaptive thought and informationexchanges.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist other departments when required
• All other duties as assigned.
• Reviews the results of tests in relation to the reliability, completeness, and accuracy of the test andmethods employed. Submits dispositions relative to the results of this analysis.
• Performs light repairs, maintenance, and preventive maintenance on lab instruments, clean benches,and vacuum pumps as necessary to maintain the lab in a high level of operational readiness.
• Trend / Data Analysis of Lab Processes and Gas Commodities.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science
• Experience using:
  • IR spectrometers and X-Ray spectrometers
  • Gas Chromatographs equipped with Gas Sampling Valves and with TCD and HID detectors
  • Material / Mechanical Testing equipment (e.g., hardness,)
  • Optical microscopy
• Skilled in operating and calibrating analytical laboratory instrumentation and in preparing primary andsecondary chemical standards to determine trace impurities in solvents, hydraulic fluids, etc.
• Knowledge and interest of chemistry and in analytical lab processes.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Prepare detailed lab reports with data that supports conclusions
• Capable of handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines (e.g. unplanned overtime)
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication
• Efficient computer skills, including knowledge of the Microsoft software suite - image processing(combining and editing multiple image signals)
• Professional knowledge of chemical principles, theories, practices, and established methodologysufficient to perform chemical analyses on a wide variety of samples.
• Must be able to pass and maintain the NASA background check.
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Preferred Education and Experience:
* Two years of directly related experience working in an analytical laboratory

Afognak Native Corporation, Afognak Commercial Group, LLC, and their subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender expression or gender identity (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws ("protected status").

The pay range information provided is a general guideline. The pay rate offered will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as geographic locations, market data, and other business considerations, as permitted by law.

Our full range of benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability protection, life insurance, prescription coverage, voluntary benefits, paid leave, and 401(k) retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), Davis-Bacon Act (DBA), or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), or Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements as well as other client-customer contract requirements (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information, please visit our Company's Career page.