Working/ Job Classification Title: Data Verification/Acquisition Technician II

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!     

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Verification/Acquisition Technician II to join our team with the Operations & Test DIvision. 

This is a JETS II CBA position with Amentum.    

The Data Verification/Acquisition Technician II will:

• Maintain and operate facility data acquisition systems.
• Run checklists or procedures to start and stop the facility data acquisition and control systems in support of test operations.
• Perform data handling tasks including reducing, archiving, and restoring as required for test support operations.
• Configure data system to route new signals from instrument through the data acquisition hardware and have it displayed on the user interface in the correct units (this may include installing patch panels or updating calibration curve information for instruments).
• Maintain and operate facility communication system.
• Troubleshoot data acquisition and communication hardware using test equipment and system documentation (schematics, functional diagrams, timing charts, etc.).
• Pull Ethernet or fiber optic cable as needed and terminate the ends of the cable.
• Perform inventory database transactions to support the laboratory storage.
• Maintain printers for the organization, including replacing toner cartridges and basic troubleshooting.
• Maintain conference room and control room projectors and perform troubleshooting as necessary.
• Support basic Windows computer administrative tasks as needed, such as software patching, system backups, installing software, etc.
• Support training and certification process of Data Verification/Acquisition Technician I.
• Assist in the preparation and setup of testing.
• Participate in testing following established procedures for safe handling of hazardous and explosive materials and/or batteries. (ESTA Applicable)
• Perform data collection and troubleshooting during testing.
• Perform related duties as required.

Required Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• General computer and typing skills.
• Experience with data acquisition hardware and software.
• Be familiar with basic computer configuration and operations within a Microsoft Windows environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in the field or related area.

Preferences:

• Experience with OPC, LabView, or Iconics software packages.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with National Instruments, Neff, and Allen Bradley hardware.
• Microsoft Windows administrator experience.

Why Join Our Team?

In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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