Electronics Fabrication Technician Specialist

Job Description

We have multiple openings for Fabrication Technician Specialists
. You will provide field leadership and guidance in support of the National Ignition Facility (NIF), the world's largest and most energetic laser. You will support electrical and electronic fabrication, assembly, test, installation, activation, and maintenance for NIF diagnostic, instrumentation, control, and safety systems. Additional responsibilities may include testing, characterization, and documentation support. You will interact with project leaders, experimentalists, engineers, technical supervisors, technicians, and designers.

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.

• Provide advanced support for electronic fabrication, testing, installation, documentation, and maintenance activities supporting NIF control systems hardware.
• Support advanced fabrication and repair of complex electrical and electronic hardware, including cables, connectors, chassis, printed wiring boards, and electromechanical assemblies.
• May mentor and guide junior Fabrication Technicians while promoting standard NIF fabrication processes and quality workmanship.
• Independent interactions with engineers to obtain clarification, resolve documentation gaps, and provide feedback on technical inconsistencies.
• Prepare work packages based on engineering job requests and support execution of assigned field activities.
• Utilize standard fabrication tools and industry techniques, including electrostatic discharge controls, to safely perform technical work.
• Perform equipment testing, collect data, and apply knowledge of complex electrical and electronic systems to support operations.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, cable plant documentation, and layout drawings.
• 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 Technology or related technology, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Advanced knowledge in interpreting verbal and written instructions, sketches, drawings, prints, and electronic schematics.
• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of cable and chassis fabrication technology, standards, and repair methods.
• Advanced experience working independently and under minimal supervision on complex technical tasks and making functional decisions on technical problems.
• Advanced experience working in customer service or field support environment, providing responsive support and resolving issues efficiently.
• Advanced knowledge of large and complex electrical and electronic systems, including instrumentation, data acquisition, control, feedback, and interlock systems.
• Effective written, verbal, feedback, interpersonal, and presentation communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical safety practices and diagnostic instrumentation.

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics Technology, Electrical Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to technicians or support staff.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical and electronic fabrication, installation, and troubleshooting.

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly

Lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. 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.

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

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• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (depending on project needs)
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This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a federal background investigation to determine eligibility. All L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

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.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,…