Laboratory /Facilities Technician

Worker Type Regular Job Description Laboratory/Facilities Technician Summary This position supports daily laboratory operations, facility maintenance activities, and technical prototyping efforts. The role maintains a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment while assisting with 3D printing, inventory management, equipment upkeep, facility logistics, and general operational support. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, hands‑on, technically curious, and capable of working independently on a variety of tasks. Position Qualifications US Citizen, able to obtain and maintain a US DoD security clearance. Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline or 4 years of experience in lieu of degree. Experience with CAD software including mechanical design and drawings. Experience with finite element analysis software and methods. Experience with space flight hardware (including environmental requirements, standards, materials, etc.). Maintain laboratory cleanliness, organization, and safety in accordance with procedures and applicable regulations. Assist with laboratory setup, breakdown, and preparation for testing activities. Organize workspaces, tools, materials, and test equipment to ensure efficient operations. Support laboratory personnel with routine tasks and project‑related activities. Dispose of waste materials in accordance with established procedures. Experience with 3D‑printing principles, software, and devices. Operate and monitor 3D printers to produce prototype and production components. Prepare print files, load materials, and perform basic printer setup and calibration. Conduct post‑processing activities including cleaning, sanding, assembly, and inspection of printed parts. Maintain records of print jobs, material usage, and production schedules. Assist with troubleshooting minor equipment and print quality issues. Capability of working independently on a variety of tasks. Location Customer onsite, KAFB Albuquerque NM Preferred Qualifications & Desired Competencies Laboratory Operations Maintain laboratory spaces in a high state of cleanliness, organization, and safety in accordance with procedures and applicable regulations ensuring full compliance with all safety and operational readiness inspections. Assist with laboratory setup, breakdown, and preparation for testing activities. Organize workspaces, tools, materials, and test equipment to ensure efficient operations. Support laboratory personnel with routine tasks and project‑related activities. Dispose of waste materials in accordance with established procedures. 3D Printing and Fabrication Support Operate and monitor 3D printers to produce prototype and production components. Prepare print files, load materials, and perform basic printer setup and calibration. Conduct post‑processing activities including cleaning, sanding, assembly, and inspection of printed parts. Maintain records of print jobs, material usage, and production schedules. Assist with troubleshooting minor equipment and print quality issues. Inventory and Asset Management Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies, tools, consumables, and materials. Track stock levels and notify management of replenishment needs. Receive, inspect, and organize incoming shipments. Label, catalog, and store equipment and materials appropriately. Assist with periodic inventory audits and asset tracking activities. Facilities Support Assist the Facilities Manager with routine facility operations and maintenance activities. Support office moves, workspace setup, assembly of specialized laboratory equipment and furniture, and facility organization projects. Coordinate vendor visits and service appointments as directed. Perform minor maintenance tasks and report facility issues requiring corrective action. Help ensure compliance with safety, security, and facility procedures. Administrative Support Maintain accurate records, logs, and documentation related to laboratory and facility activities. Support development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs). Participate in safety inspections and corrective action activities. Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager or laboratory leadership. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/ladders; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Clearance Level

TS/SCI