Mechanical Engineering Technologist 1 / 2 (Engineering Technologist 1 / 2)

Los Alamos National LaboratoryLos Alamos, NM

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What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Engineering Technologist 1 or 2 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. The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) serves the Laboratory and the Nation providing the knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other critical national security areas. The Group's capabilities include design engineering for nuclear weapon detonators and detonator cable assemblies, design, fabrication, qualification, and installation of test fire control systems, pulse power engineering, advanced detonator design and testing, and applied problem solving. Additional capabilities include expertise in the detonation science and physics of detonator energetic materials, and engineering responsibility for the cradle to grave care of the detonators and detonator cable assemblies used by Los Alamos National Laboratory. Q-6 is also responsible for engineering, fabricating, or acquiring precision high explosives detonators for a diverse R&D customer base to meet present and future national security needs in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. Q-6 is offering an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Denotation Science and Technology Group. The Group is seeking an early-level Engineering Technologist. 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 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 : Engineering Technologist 1 (ET-1) ($85,900 - $139,900)

Successful applicants will perform the following duties in this position :
Applies principles, theories, concepts and techniques of engineering, math and science to solve technical problems within discipline in support of the detonation science and technology, within LANL's missions.
Supports engineers and projects in the performance of moderately complex and demanding assignments requiring initiative and independent judgment.
Responsible for assigned activities within assigned areas of responsibility in support of high explosive facilities, design, operation, maintenance, project and / or research-based engineering.
May directly support additional operations staff; able to work independently and as part of a team.
Utilizes engineering and computer technology to accomplish work include analytical and / or scientific software, computer-aid design, controls software, word processing and other analytical and design software.
Prepares, modifies, and reviews documents including technical manuals, drawings, and calculations. Continuously improves work processes to meet customer needs.

Engineering Technologist 2 (ET-2) ($94,500 - $154,600)

Hands-on setup of experiments / tests involving delicate specialty electrical and optical (laser) measurement equipment.

Setting up laboratory experiments / tests with minimal direction using R&D engineer requirements.

Day-to-day site maintenance of world-class experimental facilities and their unique diagnostic hardware.

Point of contact for external inquiries and coordination of infrastructure maintenance performed by contractors.

Write procedures and test reports in part or as a whole working with R&D engineers.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-disciplined and formal environment.

Demonstrated experience developing operating procedures for complex, hazardous processes and the training of operators in performing these processes.

Education / Experience for Engineering Technologist 2 : Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Technology, Science, Math 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Desired Qualifications :

Demonstrated mechanical design, manufacturing or assembly experience in the weapons program.

Familiarity with laboratory equipment, procedures, and operations related to high-speed, hazardous testing.

Knowledge of systems engineering and requirements management principles and processes.

Strong understanding of schematics and hardware configurations.

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 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.

Active Q Clearance

Work Environment : Work Location : 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.

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