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Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site's Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.

• MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
• MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.

Responsibilities
Do you want to be part of a national security mission that conducts critical research and development? Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) is seeking a full-time Fiber Optic Technician II to join our team in the Technologies and Operations (T&O) - Optical Mechanical Technologies organization. In this hands-on role, you will focus on the fabrication, assembly, and testing of high-quality fiber optic cables and components that directly support Sub-critical Experiments and collaborating National Weapons Laboratories. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys technical work, problem-solving, and building a long-term career in fiber optics (Tech 1-6 ladder). This is a great opportunity to grow your career in fiber optics while contributing to important national security work. If you're a motivated team player who takes pride in hands-on technical work, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble fiber optic cables, connectors, and specialty components to precise technical specifications.
• Perform fiber optic polishing, fusion splicing, testing, and quality checks to ensure components meet high standards.
• Support the team with fiber optic-related tasks for ongoing experiments and projects.
• Work with basic hand tools, powered tools, and fiber optic test equipment (such as RL/IL testers, OTDRs, and microscopes).
• Collaborate with technicians, engineers, and scientists to complete projects on time.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, and procedures.
• Supports work at the NLV facility and Nevada National Security Site (NNSS).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in field related to the position or High School diploma plus 2 years' progressive related experience.
• Hands-on experience with fiber optic cable assembly, connectorization, and polishing is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and take direction.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and work independently when needed.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Ability to work underground and at the Nevada National Security Site is required.
• The primary work location will be in the forward areas at the Nevada National Security Site (forward areas are approximately 90 miles from North Las Vegas) with some work occasionally performed at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Work schedule for this position will be 4/10's, Monday - Thursday (subject to change).
• Frequent travel to the NNSS forward areas will be required (approximately 30 miles beyond the Mercury gate).
• Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2, "Personnel Security". If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4, "Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites," will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709, "Counterintelligence Evaluation Program."
MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Hourly range for this position is: $25.89 - $38.84.
Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.