Engineering Technologist 1
- Req. Number: IRC139703
- Organization : V-5/Experimental Device Engineering and Assembly
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $85,900 - $139,900
- Recruiter Name: Lujan, Miranda
- Recruiter Email: mlujan@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
Join our Team! Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the future of national security? The Experimental Device Engineering and Assembly Group (V-5) is currently seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technologist for the Assembly Operations Team. V-5 is Los Alamos National Laboratory's (LANL) premier engineering organization focused on expert assembly of experimental weapon test devices. V-5 integrates a team of highly skilled and motivated engineers, technicians/technologists, parts management specialists, hazardous materials transportation specialists, and other support staff to safely and securely deliver high-quality assemblies meeting customer requirements. V-5 supports the experimental programs portfolio at Los Alamos and at the Nevada National Security Site.
As an Engineering Technologist for the Assembly Operations Team, you will be part of a highly skilled and talented group to support high explosives test device assembly for LANL's experimental programs which include physics and engineering weapons testing programs for Hydrodynamic Test Units, Subcritical Experimental (SCE) Test Units, Flight Test Units, Ground Test Units, and Joint Test Assemblies, etc.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Vision Speech and Hearing: Color discrimination, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Binocular vision, Reading vision, Distance vision, Ability to speak, Ability to discriminate speech, Ability to hear high-pitched sounds, Ability to smell, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz)Ability to speak, Ability to discriminate speech, Ability to hear high-pitched sounds, Ability to smell, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz)
General Physical Mobility: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Running, Climbing stairs, Climbing Ladders, Bending, Stooping, Crouching, Kneeling, Crawling, Twisting the trunk or back, Balancing
Specific Physical Mobility: Reaching overhead, Reaching horizontally, Reaching down, Applying torque with hands or arms, Gripping with the hands, Pressing with hands or arms, Pushing with hands or arms, Pulling with hands or arms, Typing or keyboarding, Fine motor control, Use of both hands, Use of both arms, Use of both legs, Use of both feet
Weight Handling Requirements: Carrying and/or Lifting 30+ pounds
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
Join our Team! Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in the future of national security? The Experimental Device Engineering and Assembly Group (V-5) is currently seeking a highly motivated Engineering Technologist for the Assembly Operations Team. V-5 is Los Alamos National Laboratory's (LANL) premier engineering organization focused on expert assembly of experimental weapon test devices. V-5 integrates a team of highly skilled and motivated engineers, technicians/technologists, parts management specialists, hazardous materials transportation specialists, and other support staff to safely and securely deliver high-quality assemblies meeting customer requirements. V-5 supports the experimental programs portfolio at Los Alamos and at the Nevada National Security Site.
As an Engineering Technologist for the Assembly Operations Team, you will be part of a highly skilled and talented group to support high explosives test device assembly for LANL's experimental programs which include physics and engineering weapons testing programs for Hydrodynamic Test Units, Subcritical Experimental (SCE) Test Units, Flight Test Units, Ground Test Units, and Joint Test Assemblies, etc.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical
- Demonstrated knowledge of assembly/disassembly methods, technical procedures and engineering drawings to provide crucial support in the design and assembly of test sub-assemblies and test assembly units.
- Demonstrated ability to use assembly tooling/fixturing equipment and hand tools.
- Experience and assembly process knowledge of mechanical assembly, mechanical measurements, and basic material properties to determine the best processes for high quality assembly units.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal guidance from team lead and engineers adhering to technical procedures, engineering drawings, referencing practical knowledge of weapons systems and adhering to safety and security protocols.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve mechanical engineering challenges related to hardware design, fixturing, and tooling with practical and effective solutions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with hand tools such as, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic tooling and fixtures, testers and vacuum systems.
- Demonstrated experience supporting customers and fostering constructive and cooperative customer relationships to include the ability to communicate effectively, conscientiously and professionally in a high-performance team environment with all levels of professionals.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communication skills in a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated behavior utilizing tact, diplomacy, discretion, and attention to detail.
- Strong track record of collaborating with teams and customers to meet deliverables.
- Ability to maintain training, pass tests and maintain certifications.
- Ability to adhere to safety and security standards, policies, and procedures, making safety and security an integral part of every task.
- Ability to promote a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
- Ability to understand and adhere to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to experimental assembly activities.
- Ability to conduct technical assembly work as directed by team lead, engineers and supporting documentation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in weapons systems and/or assembly operations preferably the NNSA Weapons Complex with machining and/or manufacturing methodology
- Experience in a high-hazard operations (High Explosives or Radiated materials) and/or handling or operations associated with energetic materials/components
- Experience with classified parts, equipment, drawings and working in a classified environment
- Experience with precision inspections and measurements including use of precision inspection/measurement equipment/tooling
- Any or all of the following: Rad Worker II certification, Fissionable Material Handler (FMH) certification, High Explosives Handler, Forklift certification, Crane certification
- Possession of an active DOE Q clearance and HRP certification
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Vision Speech and Hearing: Color discrimination, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Binocular vision, Reading vision, Distance vision, Ability to speak, Ability to discriminate speech, Ability to hear high-pitched sounds, Ability to smell, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz)Ability to speak, Ability to discriminate speech, Ability to hear high-pitched sounds, Ability to smell, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz)
General Physical Mobility: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Running, Climbing stairs, Climbing Ladders, Bending, Stooping, Crouching, Kneeling, Crawling, Twisting the trunk or back, Balancing
Specific Physical Mobility: Reaching overhead, Reaching horizontally, Reaching down, Applying torque with hands or arms, Gripping with the hands, Pressing with hands or arms, Pushing with hands or arms, Pulling with hands or arms, Typing or keyboarding, Fine motor control, Use of both hands, Use of both arms, Use of both legs, Use of both feet
Weight Handling Requirements: Carrying and/or Lifting 30+ pounds
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
- Some travel to the Nevada Test Site may be required.
- Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
