Materials & Test Technician; Non-Metallic Materials - R0161073

The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED), a primary contractor for NASA since 1989, is comprised of 10 companies and is located at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL.

Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like Team Lead Academy, education reimbursement, mentoring, and company sponsored networking events, you can take control of your own career path on your own terms with a company that believes in you.

At the Amentum Space Exploration Division, people are at the heart of our business. We reflect a diversity of cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We expect our people, clients, and partners to treat one another with dignity and respect. This means promoting inclusion, celebrating diversity, and appreciating the differences we all bring to our workplace.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs, 11 paid holidays, parental leave, paid time off, employee perks and much more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and possible remote a few days a week (depending on customer requirements) we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and at home.

The Non Metallic Materials and Space Environmental Effects Team is seeking a hands on, detail oriented Materials & Test Technician (Non-Metallic Materials) to support materials testing, sub scale motor and other test equipment assembly, polymer processing, and laboratory operations. This role is critical to executing test campaigns, maintaining lab readiness, and supporting development efforts across propulsion, materials, and environmental effects disciplines.

• Perform mechanical, thermal, and chemical testing on non metallic materials, including elastomers, composites, adhesives, and polymers.
• Support the assembly, setup, and operation of precision fitting mechanical components and custom test equipment.
• Conduct laboratory tasks such as mixing and curing rubber, specimen preparation, and physical property measurement.
• Prepare materials, molds, and fixtures for polymer casting and related processing activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement of lab workflows and test processes.

• Operate and troubleshoot LabVIEW based data acquisition and control systems.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, track consumables, uphold safety and cleanliness standards, and follow test procedures.
• Document test setups, results, observations, and deviations with high accuracy.
• Assist engineers and scientists with experimental design, tooling improvements, and prototype fabrication.