New

Laboratory Technician

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.
$25-29
sick time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fairfield
Oct 08, 2025
Laboratory Technician Location: Fairfield, CA Job ID: #71673 Pay Range: $25-29 Job Description:Laboratory Technician Qualifications: Citizenship: US Citizen or Perm Resident. Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or related degree. Must have minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. Work history that demonstrates some mechanical aptitude and/or other skills relevant to the job duties described. Must be able to work on DoD contracts involving explosives within the site BATF license. Must qualify to handle explosives under the Fairfield site BATF Explosive Handlers permit. Must be able to lift 25lbs Job Duties (On the job training to be provided): Preparing specimens from Class 1.3 explosives for testing Perform acceptance testing of ingredients used in propellants and pyrotechnics; size analysis, moisture content, thermal expansion, density, equivalent weight, moisture content, etc. Performing tests on specimens of Class 1.3 explosives; including tensile strength, density, heat output, and burning rate Perform tests on specimens of small amounts of Class 1.1 or unknown explosives Perform ignition hazard tests; impact, friction, spark, and heat Organizing test data and completing test report forms Assist Development Engineers with assemblies of devices Keeps laboratory supplies ready Maintaining daily logs and equipment record books Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs. Marinating a safe, clean, orderly work environment Completing regular training in safety and work practices Benefits provided: 401K, medical, dental, and vision, sick time as applicable to state law Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices. Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at accommodations@butler.com.