Laboratory Technician

Lexington, Massachusetts

Softworld, a Kelly Company
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Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Job Location Lexington MA 02420
Onsite Requirements

  • Active Security Clearance
  • Flexibility with Shift Availability and Off-Hours Support
  • Laboratory Experience

Job Description:

  • This is a 1-year contract. At the end of the period of time, the operations team will be reviewing the requirement for 24/7 operations. Probability for extension will be determined in that time.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

  • Monitor sensor telemetry and execute daily procedures to ensure safe operation of payloads.
  • Identify and respond to system anomalies, coordinating with appropriate personnel for spacecraft recovery.
  • Achieve and maintain operational proficiency, leveraging mission unique software to complete daily tasks.
  • Communicate with the Factory Support Center (FSC), Engineering, Development, Integration, and Sustainment (EDIS), Mission, Space Operations Command (SpOC), and Space Systems Command (SSC) concerning ongoing operations and/or anomalies.
  • Maintain operations logs and conduct handover procedures in accordance with prescribed Tactics Techniques and Procedures.
  • Support FSC and EDIS in performing maintenance activities, troubleshooting procedures, and implementation of prescribed anomaly resolutions.

Must Have

  • Demonstrated track record of successful critical mission execution on a tight timeline.
  • High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience following and executing formal operating and safety procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability and confidence to make sound decisions.
  • Self-motivation, strong communication skills, ability to work within a team.

Nice to Have

  • Familiarization with space domain awareness concepts and operations is desirable.
  • Experience supporting operational missions/programs preferred.

Skill Matrix

Must Have Experience:

  • Currently holds a Secret Clearance (OR a higher clearance)
  • Executing formal operating and safety procedures: 2 years
  • Track record of successful critical mission execution on a tight timeline: 2 years

Software Tools

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook): 2 years
  • Currently holds a Top Secret/SCI clearance

Due to the nature of the work, a United States Government Clearance is required to be eligible for the position

Date Posted: 29 April 2025
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