Aerodyne Industries is a dynamic, rapidly growing engineering and information technology services firm headquartered on Florida’s exciting Space Coast. With locations throughout the US, we take pride in delivering small business agility with large corporation capabilities. Our list of clients count on us to prepare NASA’s Missions to the Moon and Mars and to defend our nation supporting the Missile Defense Agency and Department of Defense. Join the adventure of a lifetime by becoming a teammate with Aerodyne Industries and work on projects that will define our future.

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. Jacobs is NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Cosmic Dust Sample Processor to join the team with JETS II.

The selected candidate will:

• Process Cosmic Dust sample allocations
• Prepare collectors, image samples, and track the movement of these samples through the Curation database
• Provide inventory and cataloging of astromaterial samples
• Develop skills to work with delicate interplanetary dust particles and micrometeorite
• Use ultramicrotomy to prepare astromaterials for scanning electron microscopy
• Use micro-manipulation apparatus and various techniques to process, store, and allocate micro-particle astromaterials
• Work with a team to process samples in small particles laboratories for sample return missions, including Stardust and Genesis
• Perform other tasks as required

 Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position.

This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• A BS degree is typically required
• Experience working in an ISO5 clean-room laboratory
• Experience preparing ultramicrotomed samples
• Experience with Scanning Election microscopy imaging/analysis
• Have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
• Attention to detail and highly developed organizational skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and experience working with databases ​

Requisition Preferences:​

• Master's degree in geology, biology, physics, chemistry, or a related physical science field
• Experience with manipulation of micro-particles using glass needles and various micromanipulators
• Experience processing and analyzing interplanetary dust particles
• Experience working with sample databases

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!

Additional requirements:

• 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.

US EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.