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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. 

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

We have an opening for a Senior Electronics Technologist. You will develop, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, operate, and maintain experimental, research, and prototype equipment associated with mechanical systems in the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science Directorate (NIF & PS).  This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division, within the Engineering Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

In this role, you will 

• Independently deploy, troubleshoot, assemble, and disassemble complex electronic systems, including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods.
• Independently identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex problems using individual creativity and judgment.
• Develop, author, implement, assess, or modify instructional guides for repairing, calibrating, operating, and maintaining equipment and systems.
• Interpret standards and use advanced technical skills to evaluate and recommend methods and priorities for routine electronics maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Provide advanced technical support for engineering tests, physics experiments, and program operations.
• Assist in developing complex test parameters, troubleshooting and testing materials, components, or systems, identifying problems, and providing input on solutions.
• Contribute to complex preliminary design concepts and engineering decision process. 
• Prioritize and provide work and technical guidance to others by checking for accuracy, completeness, and function.
• Plan, organize, mentor, and lead projects of limited scope to meet defined objectives and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in electronics engineering technology, or equivalent combination of education and related electronics/electrical industrial maintenance experience.
• Substantial experience and advanced skills in electronic troubleshooting and assembly.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering hardware testing processes.
• Broad experience with some aspect of advanced level electronic assembly, troubleshooting, installation, and/or maintenance.
• Experience in safe work and business practices.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Effective written, verbal, feedback, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.

Qualifications We Desire

• Bachelor's degree in electronics engineering technology, or equivalent combination of education and related electronics/electrical industrial maintenance experience.
• Advanced understanding of electronic technology and experience working on a technical project team and providing technical direction to others.
• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems.

Pay Range

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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