Research Tec 2/3
- Req. Number: IRC141563
- Organization : Q-6/ Detonation Science and Technology
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Robinson, Loren
- Recruiter Email: lrob@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Research Technician 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Research Tec 2 $53,700-$82,500
Are you knowledgeable in mechanical and electrical systems? Do you want to use those skills to support national security? Join our Team!
The Detonator Science and Technology Group, Q-6, is searching for an entry level Research Technician. You will work closely with a diverse group of engineers, technologists and technicians on timing and firing control systems, high explosive detonator testing, facility infrastructure, high voltage and laser operations to support experiments. You will provide technical support in the areas of testing, analysis, development, assembly, modifications, and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment used in experimental work. Some of this equipment includes electro/mechanical apparatus, optical devices, analytical instrumentation lasers, experimental diagnostics, and high explosive assemblies.
Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. You must assure safety and security compliance, maintain required safety and security training, and make safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
Research Tec 3 $64,700-$101,400
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level you need to be able to have a variety of skills that will help support experimental work. Including the ability to read drawings and blueprints, use digital test equipment, data analysis, electromagnetic shielding, high-speed data acquisition systems and software and ultrafast timing techniques.
You will work in areas involving high consequences for safety that might be in the form of chemicals, high explosives, high-power lasers, and high-energy devices.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Computer Knowledge
Must have working knowledge of Windows and/or MacOS operating systems and applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience using web-based forms is needed. Must have experience using remote voice/video conference collaboration tools such as Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
Machining & Hand Tool Experience
Experience machining a variety of materials with lathes, mills, drill presses, saws, and other industrial apparatus. Working knowledge of a variety of hand and machine tools such as drills, crimpers, wire strippers/cutters, torque wrenches, tap/die sets, and air spray guns.
Drawings & Schematics
Ability to interpret technical drawings.
Team Dynamics
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team. Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Additional Job Requirements for Research Tec 3: In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Electricical Testing and Troubleshooting
Demonstrated experience testing interconnected systems of electronic equipment for qualification and troubleshooting purposes. Must have experience timing electrical cables with devices such as time-domain refelctometers, oscilloscopes, delay generators, etc. Maintains electrical-related certifications.
Data-Acquisition
Demonstrated ability to work with computer-based data-acquisition systems acquiring digital and/or digitized data during timing-critical experiments. Experience with customized instrument control and acquisition with software such as LabView.
Education/Experience for Research Tec 2: Position requires a High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience for Research Tec 3: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment:
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.
What You Will Do
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.
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 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.
This position will be filled at either the Research Technician 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Research Tec 2 $53,700-$82,500
Are you knowledgeable in mechanical and electrical systems? Do you want to use those skills to support national security? Join our Team!
The Detonator Science and Technology Group, Q-6, is searching for an entry level Research Technician. You will work closely with a diverse group of engineers, technologists and technicians on timing and firing control systems, high explosive detonator testing, facility infrastructure, high voltage and laser operations to support experiments. You will provide technical support in the areas of testing, analysis, development, assembly, modifications, and maintenance of a wide variety of equipment used in experimental work. Some of this equipment includes electro/mechanical apparatus, optical devices, analytical instrumentation lasers, experimental diagnostics, and high explosive assemblies.
Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. You must assure safety and security compliance, maintain required safety and security training, and make safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
Research Tec 3 $64,700-$101,400
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level you need to be able to have a variety of skills that will help support experimental work. Including the ability to read drawings and blueprints, use digital test equipment, data analysis, electromagnetic shielding, high-speed data acquisition systems and software and ultrafast timing techniques.
You will work in areas involving high consequences for safety that might be in the form of chemicals, high explosives, high-power lasers, and high-energy devices.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Computer Knowledge
Must have working knowledge of Windows and/or MacOS operating systems and applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience using web-based forms is needed. Must have experience using remote voice/video conference collaboration tools such as Cisco WebEx, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
Machining & Hand Tool Experience
Experience machining a variety of materials with lathes, mills, drill presses, saws, and other industrial apparatus. Working knowledge of a variety of hand and machine tools such as drills, crimpers, wire strippers/cutters, torque wrenches, tap/die sets, and air spray guns.
Drawings & Schematics
Ability to interpret technical drawings.
Team Dynamics
Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse team. Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Additional Job Requirements for Research Tec 3: In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Electricical Testing and Troubleshooting
Demonstrated experience testing interconnected systems of electronic equipment for qualification and troubleshooting purposes. Must have experience timing electrical cables with devices such as time-domain refelctometers, oscilloscopes, delay generators, etc. Maintains electrical-related certifications.
Data-Acquisition
Demonstrated ability to work with computer-based data-acquisition systems acquiring digital and/or digitized data during timing-critical experiments. Experience with customized instrument control and acquisition with software such as LabView.
Education/Experience for Research Tec 2: Position requires a High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience for Research Tec 3: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of nuclear weapons concepts and the U.S. stockpile or other weapon designs.
- Thorough knowledge of DOE and LANL safety policies, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of systems engineering and requirements management principles and processes.
- Strong understanding of schematics and hardware configurations.
- Strong experience in electro-mechanical and optical hardware. This includes optical cables/connectors, welding optical fibers, cleaning/polishing optical fibers, and testing optical fiber runs for timing and loss.
- Experience participating in hazard analysis reviews.
- Experience working in an environment where high-explosives are present and be familiar with high-explosive safety programs.
- Experience with weapon component design, fabrication and assembly techniques, as well as advanced fabrication processes.
- Experience with professional-level photography equipment and strong understanding of focal length, aperture, and depth-of-field.
- Experience with nanosecond-accuracy timing and measurement systems and instruments.
- Q Clearance, which normally requires US Citizenship.
- Experience related to mechanical, electronic, and optical techniques used in timing and firing control systems is preferred.
Work Environment:
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:
- For full consideration, a comprehensive cover letter addressing your qualifications against the minimum and desired skills requirements is required.
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.
What You Will Do
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.
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 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.
