PDS Tech, Inc. Jobs

PDS Tech is currently seeking a Lab Technician in Mesa, AZ

Primary Responsibilities:

This role will perform standard chemical or mechanical testing in the Research Department as a member of the Energetic Materials Technology organization and will include:

• Apply standard laboratory safety principles to conduct research, analysis, and experimentation on PEP to support product development or improvement to meet program requirements

• Perform assigned tasks using standardized procedures or detailed verbal or written instructions.

• Mix chemical solutions/compositions

• Perform chemical sampling, physical, chemical, and mechanical testing of materials

• Prepare samples and hardware for testing

• Record test data for accuracy

• Organize and document technical data

• Support internal research and development programs

• Troubleshoot mechanical equipment, as necessary

• Prepare laboratory reports detailing work and results

• Follow standard laboratory practices and safety procedures

• Wear safety equipment such as respirator or an air supplied breathing apparatus

• Occasionally exert up to 50 lbs of force in the course of normal work moving supplies as needed

• Operate Forklift as needed

Requirements, Education & Skills:

• High School graduate or general education diploma (GED) and/or Associates degree in a technical field with hands-on work experience in Mechanical, Chemical, or Physics field

• 2+ years of defense/aerospace work experience, preferred

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of general lab instruments

• Ability to obtain approval through BATF to handle explosives

• Previous forklift experience

• Ability to work outdoors as needed

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.