Lab Assistant

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Lab Assistant to join our growing team. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Lab Assistant will work across divisions and business units to ensure production facilities and lab processes are maintained to meet the quality assurance principles and guidelines. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities  

• Ensure workstations are clear of FOD and maintain overall cleanliness.
• Ensure the anteroom is fully stocked with Frocks, Booties, and ESD straps.
• Responsible for maintaining filled consumables, including IPA bottles, chem wipes, Kapton tape dispensers, etc. Monitoring and ordering consumables with low supply
• Responsible for ensuring sufficient epoxy supply by either mixing epoxy syringes or working with an external supply source.
• Perform lab maintenance activities.
• Implement workstation and lab area cleanliness evaluations and auditable checks.
• Monitor and evaluate all ESD workstations regularly.
• Maintain a list of all calibrated equipment and associated calibration schedules.
• The position will require being very hands-on and will require standing for extended periods
• Shift time: 1st shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

Requirements

• Associate degree or applicable trade skills and certifications
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Jira
• Basic understanding of cleanroom cleanliness requirements
• Basic understanding of Hazmat handling and disposal
• Basic understanding of ESD safety standards
• Ability to organize and understand replenishing needs.
• Ability to create POs and order supplies when needed.

Additional Differentiators  

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• Documentation and configuration management experience
• Experience writing manuals and documenting lab metrics.
• Experience with highly technical equipment and tools
• Basic understanding of calibration efforts

Benefits

Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Unlimited PTO

Salary Range $20.00 - $23.00

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag! 

About Terran Orbital 

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com 

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with US Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. 

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.  

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.