Welder/Fabricator (Development and Fabrication Technician 3/4)
- Req. Number: IRC142467
- Organization : PF-MFG/Prototype Fabrication Manufacturing
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either Development and Fabrication Technician 3 or Development and Fabrication Technician 4, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Prototype Fabrication Manufacturing Group (PF-MFG) is seeking a skilled welder/fabricator to join our team of machinists, inspectors, programmers, welders, and metal fabricators. Working in a team environment the successful candidate will provide design input and fabrication services for a variety of customers both internal and external to the Laboratory related to nuclear weapons programs. Our shop specializes in one-off precision prototype products to include welding, fabrication, and machining of common and exotic materials. Projects range in scope from small bench-top to large-scale assemblies and weldments.
Development and Fabrication Technician 3 Salary Range: $64,700 - $101,400
Reporting to the Main Shop Supervisor, your job duties will include welding, fabrication, machine tool operation, and interpretation of mechanical fabrication drawings. This will require you to organize and prepare the required materials/supplies/parts that will be processed using various tools, machinery, and equipment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to identify and execute proper welding processes (including GTAW and GMAW) for various parts, assemblies, and configurations. Metal fabrication duties will include roll forming, press brake operation, and laser/plasma cutting.
Development and Fabrication Technician 4 Salary Range: $71,200 - $112,900
In addition to what was outlined above, at this level you will:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Fabrication Technology:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Education/Experience for Development and Fabrication Technician 3:
Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience for Development and Fabrication Technician 4:
Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Qualifications We Desire:
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:
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either Development and Fabrication Technician 3 or Development and Fabrication Technician 4, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Prototype Fabrication Manufacturing Group (PF-MFG) is seeking a skilled welder/fabricator to join our team of machinists, inspectors, programmers, welders, and metal fabricators. Working in a team environment the successful candidate will provide design input and fabrication services for a variety of customers both internal and external to the Laboratory related to nuclear weapons programs. Our shop specializes in one-off precision prototype products to include welding, fabrication, and machining of common and exotic materials. Projects range in scope from small bench-top to large-scale assemblies and weldments.
Development and Fabrication Technician 3 Salary Range: $64,700 - $101,400
Reporting to the Main Shop Supervisor, your job duties will include welding, fabrication, machine tool operation, and interpretation of mechanical fabrication drawings. This will require you to organize and prepare the required materials/supplies/parts that will be processed using various tools, machinery, and equipment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to identify and execute proper welding processes (including GTAW and GMAW) for various parts, assemblies, and configurations. Metal fabrication duties will include roll forming, press brake operation, and laser/plasma cutting.
Development and Fabrication Technician 4 Salary Range: $71,200 - $112,900
In addition to what was outlined above, at this level you will:
- Perform precision welding in standard and exotic metals utilizing processes to include GTAW, GMAW, and torch brazing.
- Interpret advanced mechanical fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Operate manual mills and lathes, CNC press brake and laser/plasma cutting machines.
- Interface with customers to provide design input for assemblies and weldments. Knowledge of computer aided design software.
- Complete tasks with little or no direction.
- Develop new fabrication techniques, principles, and concepts to improve the manufacturability of complex parts and assemblies.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Fabrication Technology:
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of welding and fabrication in a prototype shop environment.
- The successful candidate must have the ability to gain multiple welding certifications quickly in materials such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum utilizing welding processes such as GTAW and GMAW.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and sketches to determine design factors such as size, shape, position and arrangement of features and parts comprising assemblies.
- Must have the ability to interpret drawings and specifications to ensure end product meets design requirements.
- Provide excellent customer service by creating manufacturing drawings or sketches for the production of hardware while also reviewing customer-provided drawings and providing recommendations for revision to ensure manufacturability.
- Ability to communicate effectively with customers to extract design intent.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in communication and teaming with peers and customers as appropriate to achieve or negotiate work requirements.
- Ability to follow policies and procedures for working safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to the long-term needs of the job duties and programmatic goals of the organization.
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- Knowledge and experience in welding exotic metals such as titanium, Inconel, and aluminum, on projects where tight tolerances and strict specifications are required.
- Knowledge and experience in welding dissimilar metals, including copper, brass, and stainless steel.
- Advanced knowledge interpreting mechanical fabrication and assembly drawings.
- Demonstrated ability to operate manual mills and lathes, CNC press brake and laser/plasma cutting machines.
- Ability to interface with customers to provide design input for assemblies and weldments.
- Knowledge of computer aided design software.
- Ability to complete tasks with little or no direction.
- Ability to develop new fabrication techniques, principles, and concepts to improve the manufacturability of complex parts and assemblies.
Education/Experience for Development and Fabrication Technician 3:
Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience for Development and Fabrication Technician 4:
Position requires an Associates' Degree and a minimum of 5 years relevant experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Qualifications We Desire:
- Welding tech school graduate, or have served formal apprenticeship as an ironworker, pipefitter, etc.
- Machine shop experience with manual mills and lathes
- Experience with hazardous materials that are toxic, pyrophoric or have other hazardous characteristics.
- CAD knowledge and experience
- CWI or weld inspection experience
- Current LANL welding certifications
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)
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
