Fabrication/Machinist Technologist (Research Technologist 1)
- Req. Number: IRC142216
- Organization : A-5/Complex Response Solutions
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $87,800 - $143,000
What You Will Do
The Technology Applications Group (A-5) is looking to add an experienced machinist or fabrication technologist (Research Technologist) to our dynamic team. A-5 applies a broad range of engineering and scientific expertise to support nuclear counterproliferation (NCP), nuclear counterterrorism (NCT), nuclear emergency response (ER), defense, intelligence, and emerging technology efforts. Under the guidance of senior technologists, engineers, and scientists, this person will perform advanced fabrication work in support of engineering, science, and national security missions.
This position supports rapid development and response through in-house advanced manufacturing and machining capabilities. Assignments typically represent portions of larger engineering or research efforts and require technical depth, independent judgment, and a strong understanding of manufacturing principles. This position contributes to the development, implementation, and completion of project objectives by transforming concepts and designs into high-quality fabricated components, often on short timelines.
Work may involve classified hardware and activities related to national security objectives, requiring the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance.
Research Technologist 1 ($85,900 - $139,900)
Fabrication and Safety: Fabricate high-precision parts and assemblies using manual, CNC, and advanced manufacturing techniques, ensuring safety and security compliance and stopping work if conditions are unsafe.
Manufacturing Expertise: Program, set up, and operate manual and CNC mills, lathes, 3D additive manufacturing systems, and general machine shop tooling, applying GD&T principles and in-process inspection techniques.
Collaboration and Communication: Interact with customers, engineers, and project teams to clarify requirements, communicate technical constraints, and deliver complete hardware, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives.
Technical Leadership: Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing techniques and processes, estimate time and resources required for new fabrication and manufacturing tasks, and serve as a task lead for specific fabrication or manufacturing efforts.
Documentation and Quality: Prepare and review fabrication and shop documentation, contributing to the development of fabrication specifications and verifying that completed hardware meets design intent and quality expectations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
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:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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:
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.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
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 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
The Technology Applications Group (A-5) is looking to add an experienced machinist or fabrication technologist (Research Technologist) to our dynamic team. A-5 applies a broad range of engineering and scientific expertise to support nuclear counterproliferation (NCP), nuclear counterterrorism (NCT), nuclear emergency response (ER), defense, intelligence, and emerging technology efforts. Under the guidance of senior technologists, engineers, and scientists, this person will perform advanced fabrication work in support of engineering, science, and national security missions.
This position supports rapid development and response through in-house advanced manufacturing and machining capabilities. Assignments typically represent portions of larger engineering or research efforts and require technical depth, independent judgment, and a strong understanding of manufacturing principles. This position contributes to the development, implementation, and completion of project objectives by transforming concepts and designs into high-quality fabricated components, often on short timelines.
Work may involve classified hardware and activities related to national security objectives, requiring the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance.
Research Technologist 1 ($85,900 - $139,900)
Fabrication and Safety: Fabricate high-precision parts and assemblies using manual, CNC, and advanced manufacturing techniques, ensuring safety and security compliance and stopping work if conditions are unsafe.
Manufacturing Expertise: Program, set up, and operate manual and CNC mills, lathes, 3D additive manufacturing systems, and general machine shop tooling, applying GD&T principles and in-process inspection techniques.
Collaboration and Communication: Interact with customers, engineers, and project teams to clarify requirements, communicate technical constraints, and deliver complete hardware, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives.
Technical Leadership: Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing techniques and processes, estimate time and resources required for new fabrication and manufacturing tasks, and serve as a task lead for specific fabrication or manufacturing efforts.
Documentation and Quality: Prepare and review fabrication and shop documentation, contributing to the development of fabrication specifications and verifying that completed hardware meets design intent and quality expectations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge in machining and manufacturing acquired through experience, certification, and/or formal education.
- Demonstrated expertise in CNC programming and operation, including 5-axis machining.
- Knowledge of materials commonly used in precision fabrication.
- Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, inspection methods, and quality assurance practices.
- Familiarity with conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing.
- Experience estimating scope of work, duration, and resource requirements for manufacturing tasks.
- The ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience fabricating aluminum, steels, tungsten, tantalum, and brass.
- Active Q Clearance
- Journeyman Machinist Certification
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:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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)
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.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
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 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
