Jobs · Information Technology · Texas

Data Verification/Acquisition Technician II

Amentum · Houston, TX · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time

About the role

We are seeking a Data Verification/Acquisition Technician II to join our team at NASA's largest engineering solutions provider. This is a CBA position.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and operate facility data acquisition systems.
  • Run checklists or procedures to start and stop the facility data acquisition and control systems in support of test operations.
  • Perform data handling tasks including reducing, archiving, and restoring as required for test support operations.
  • Configure data system to route new signals from instrument through the data acquisition hardware and have it displayed on the user interface in the correct units (this may include installing patch panels or updating calibration curve information for instruments).
  • Maintain and operate facility communication system.
  • Troubleshoot data acquisition and communication hardware using test equipment and system documentation (schematics, functional diagrams, timing charts, etc.).
  • Pull Ethernet or fiber optic cable as needed and terminate the ends of the cable.
  • Support basic Windows computer administrative tasks as needed, such as software patching, system backups, installing software, etc.
  • Support training and certification process of Data Verification/Acquisition Technician I.
  • Aid in the preparation and setup of testing.
  • Participate in testing following established procedures for safe handling of hazardous and explosive materials and/or batteries.
  • Perform data collection and troubleshooting during testing.
  • Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in the field or related area.
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • General computer and typing skills.
  • Experience with data acquisition hardware and software.
  • Familiarity with basic computer configuration and operations within a Microsoft Windows environment.

Preferences

  • Experience with OPC, LabView, or Iconics software packages.
  • Experience with Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience with National Instruments, Neff, and Allen Bradley hardware.
  • Microsoft Windows administrator experience.

Qualifications

  • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Physical Requirements

  • Requires constant: Reaching for, handling, and manipulating objects and materials in all directions. Coordinating eyes, hands, and fingers to operate tools and equipment. Standing. Seeing and hearing with or without correction.
  • Requires occasional: Climbing and maintaining balance on ladders, scaffolds, structures, etc. above and below ground level. Lifting up to 25 pounds for 5 feet. Kneeling, squatting, crawling and bending at waist from 1 to 30 minutes at a time.
  • Requires the ability to: Follow set procedures and standards. Apply basic mathematical skills. Plan and work selecting proper tools. Compare and understand differences in the size, shape, and form or lines, figures, and objects. Follow written and oral directions, plans and blueprints. Picture and evaluate solid objects from drawings or diagrams using standards that can be measured or checked; recognize and report safety hazards.

Benefits

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

Compensation Details

  • TN2 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retail benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Retirement benefits
  • Education reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Original Posting

Original Posting: 07/09/2026 - Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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