Description
Job Title Engineered Systems Tec 4
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name AOT-MDE/Mechanical Design Engineering
Minimum Salary 72800
Maximum Salary 115400
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
What You Will Do
The Mechanical Team in AOT-MDE is seeking a motivated Engineered Systems Tec 4 machinist to support LANSCE accelerator maintenance and upgrade operations. Successful candidate will also support these maintenance and upgrade operations in the field as needed.
Accelerator Operations and Technology - Mechanical Design Engineering (AOT-MDE) is primarily focused on maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE) Accelerator. MDE provides engineering and design support to Mechanical Engineering projects both within Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) and external customers.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to; troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, electro-mechanical equipment, general shop tools and equipment; and providing custom fabrications to engineered solutions.
The candidate will need to provide demonstrated experience in machine shop fabrication to support accelerator operations and a variety of projects, order spare parts, maintain an on-line spares inventory and a maintenance database.
This position involves supporting LANSCE 24-hour, 7-day per week beam operations, which will involve work at odd hours (when required) and on-call duties. Must be willing to work overtime occasionally and serve on call to support 24/7 accelerator operation and maintenance.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience machining custom fabrications from drawings.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings drafted utilizing ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience with CAD and CAM software
- Demonstrated experience with CNC manufacturing and inspection techniques and procedures.
- Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit collaborative behavior.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic with ability to work independently and as part of a team under both general and/or specific instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with scientists, engineers, and technicians.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and a commitment to doing work safely and securely.
- Be capable and willing to work in radiation areas while adhering to ALARA principles [MH1.1]
- Demonstrated skills in using personal computers for word processing and spreadsheet data entry.
- Demonstrated ability to check, correct, and provide constructive feed-back to designers regarding their designs.
- Design, fabrication, and/or maintenance of accelerator equipment.
- Able to acquire a Q clearance
Education/Experience: Position requires an associate's degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Degree in electromechanical/mechanical or vacuum technology preferred; accredited journeyman machinist
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience machining a variety of materials with lathes, mills, drill presses, and saws, and other industrial apparatus Applied knowledge of principles of vacuum design and technology.
- Experience with CMM inspection machines or other inspection technology.
- Proven track record of contributing to high-impact R&D projects through design, prototyping, and fabrication.
- Certified crane and forklift operator.
- Experience in the fabrication of mechanical parts working from sketches, formal drawings, or oral instructions. Proficiency in the operational use of and calibration of optical tooling equipment, such as jig transits, sight levels, and theodolites.
- Knowledge of various alignment techniques such as LASER Tracker and Spatial Analyzer software.
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.
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.
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.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
