Meteorite Processor Jobs

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Your Impact:

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 Meteorite Processor to join the team with our Science & Exploration Division.

As a Meteorite Processor you will:

• Follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job
• Transferring and weighing samples
• Conduct petrographic characterization, digital imaging, inventory and cataloging of meteorite samples
• Assist visiting Principal Investigators (PI's) when they visit the Meteorite laboratory
• Tracking the movement of these samples through the Curation database
• Cutting, chipping or band sawing samples
• Perform other duties as required
• Prepare meteorite samples for a variety of geologic analyses to include:
  • Cutting, chipping or band sawing samples
  • Transferring and weighing samples
  • Tracking the movement of these samples through the Curation database

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Requisition Qualifications:

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.

• 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
• Demonstrate strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• A BS degree is required

Requisition Preferences:

• BS degree from an accredited college or university in an associated technical discipline and two (2) years related experience, or MS degree in an associated technical discipline
• Experience working in a clean-room laboratory

Why Join Our Team?

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See What We Do

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

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

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

• 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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