Environmental Technician II

About Company

Element U.S. Space & Defense stands at the forefront of testing innovation, serving as a trusted partner to NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, government agencies, and prominent industry leaders across the space and defense sectors.

Founded as NTS Technical Systems, the company brings over 60 years of experience and expertise in handling the most complex projects and programs in the world.

From centrifuge testing for the latest Mars rover, vibration testing for the Space Launch System (SLS), to environmental simulations for next‑generation missiles, Element U.S. Space & Defense is the pioneering partner for highly custom, end‑to‑end testing design and implementation. By advancing its state‑of‑the‑art testing technologies, subject matter expertise, and service to critical missions, the company has become the go‑to partner for ground‑breaking industries.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of space and defense.

Employees are eligible to participate in the benefits offered throughout their availability, including the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on hire date
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly
• 401k with employer match
• Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) each year
• Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs
• Flexible schedules offered at some of our labs
• Monthly Lab Bonus plans (Based on position)

Annual base salary target range is $25.00 - $28.00/hr, with potential eligibility for bonuses or commission depending on the role.

Perform tests and/or measurement tasks for the Environmental department. Environmental:
The branch of mechanics that deals with changes in the environment, including temperature, pressure and humidity.

• Test Setup – read specifications from technical documents (Test Standards, Customer SOWs, and Test Plans/Procedures), identify/prepare test equipment.
• Perform Testing – monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data.
• Data Processing – after test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager.
• Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown – physically remove test items, maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keep calibrated instruments current, and organize supplies.
• Other – perform other duties as assigned.

• Under general supervision, can perform certain recurring work independently.
• Regular interaction with clients.
• Intermediate interpretation and analysis of test results.
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical and mechanical principles, working knowledge of basic safety practices, refrigeration/thermal systems.
• Able to use all standard environmental equipment; accurately capture necessary data; basic MS Office skills; understand AC/DC circuits.

• HS Diploma or GED; AA or AS degree preferred.
• 2‑6 years of experience.

Test lab with exposure to sudden, loud noises.

Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

It is the policy of NTS to offer Equal Employment Opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, creed, ancestry, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, physical disabilities, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.