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We have an exciting opportunity for aTest Operator - Gravity Offloaderto join the JETSII Contract with Nexus, a teammate company.

** We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews. **

The Test Operator will provide operational support and become a certified operator for reduced gravity simulator robots, to perform human-in-the-loop testing. The test operator is part of a greater team so the ability to work and communicate well with others is required. Typical tasks include:

• Work in a team environment.
• Assist in the setup, reconfiguration, and clean-up of test area
• Startup and shutdown the system following the respective checklists
• Monitor key performance indicators during tests to ensure test subject's safety
• Be proficient with using a computer and following a computerized checklist
• Learn and perform emergency procedures when required
• Be vigilant for events or conditions that require immediate action to stop the test
• Operate standard equipment and/or instruments including hand-held power tools and manual (i.e. non-CNC) machine shop tools (i.e. lathes, drill press, mills, band saw, etc.)
• Proficiency with hand-tools (i.e. screw drivers, ratchets, wrenches, rivet tools, etc.)
• Perform maintenance and operation of mechanical systems in assigned work areas, including research, documentation, acquiring parts, repairing, and calibration of devices and systems
• Determine and develop methods, procedures, and laboratory apparatus required to fulfill assignments and achieve prescribed objectives
• Prepare and update safety documentation, such as Hazard Analyses
• Prepare written materials for Test Readiness Reviews
• Adhere to written and standardized operating procedures, policies, and protocols for use of equipment
• Practice machine shop safety protocols
• Have an ability to visualize and solve practical problems
• Assist in preparation of test procedures, test preparation sheets, discrepancy report disposition, unscheduled maintenance order reports, operational servicing reports, breadboard or developmental equipment sketches, and test setup or test article jig design
• Maintain calibration for facility equipment
• Work at elevated locations using systems/equipment such as ladders, man-lifts, scaffolding other work platforms.
• Maintain equipment as necessary, including preventive maintenance and repairs or replacement of parts.
• Maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and safe condition
• Identify and correct potential hazards and/or unsafe acts/conditions at the work site