Pulsed Power Experimentalist

Entry Level | Full-time
Engineering | Livermore, CA | 10/22/2026
Reference #: REF
9034I
Job Code: SES.
1 Science & Engineering MTS 1 / SES.
2 Science & Engineering MTS 2
Organization: Engineering
Position Type: Career Indefinite
Security Clearance: Anticipated DOE Q clearance (requires U.S. citizenship and a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

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 multiple openings for a
Solid State Pulsed Power (SSPP) Engineer
to participate in operations of solid state pulsers for ASD Scorpius, integration of SSPP with other ASD subsystems, and commissioning of systems. You will be responsible for operation of hardware and will become familiar with the structure and workings of the associated controls software. You may be requested to produce system documentation and will leverage the controls expertise within the ASD controls teams, to ensure reliable and safe operation of equipment.

This position is in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate.

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

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will

• Collaborate with cross-institutional team members to commission the SSPP subsystem and integrate with other subsystems at ITS (Integrated Test Stand) in North Las Vegas
• Perform the SSPP SME role by operating the SSPP system according to the operating procedure and test plan documents
• Contribute to testing, troubleshooting, analyzing, and qualifying systems, software, and firmware
• Debug and troubleshoot hardware and software subsystems of limited complexity either independently or in conjunction with engineering staff.
• Document all designs and implements system changes under configuration management.
• Participate in formal and informal code and design reviews.
• Maintain effective working relationships with the various programmatic and project elements to ensure effective teamwork and end-user communication.
• Participate in engineering testing operations, data analysis, and writing reports.
• Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.
2 level

• Provide conceptual solutions to a diverse range of moderately complex to complex issues/problems that require analysis and creative use of established and/or innovative techniques and methods.
• Participate in the software development lifecycle to assist in the development and to enhance and maintain applications.
• Provide guidance and/or informal mentoring to other computer engineers and technicians.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Physics or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Fundamental knowledge of and experience with one or more of the following: developing embedded controls, data acquisition, and computer interfacing; developing software for data acquisition and analysis; developing distributed control systems;
  Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System (EPICS) software;
  Lab View, operation of pulsed power systems or accelerators.
• Experience with the systems and software engineering process for generation of requirements, design documents, configuration control, and preparation of test plans and user documentation.
• Experience working effectively in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team environment, which includes working with scientists, engineers, technologists, technicians, and…