Accelerator Alternate Operations Shift Supervisor; Engineered Systems Tec

What You Will Do

The Beam Operations Team supports the Accelerator Operations and Technology (AOT) Division, within the Operations Group (AOT-OPS) and is responsible for operating the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center's (LANSCE) proton accelerator. We are seeking a qualified and experienced operator to serve as an Alternate Operations Shift Supervisor. This position requires working rotating shifts on a modified workweek schedule, 8-12 months a year.

Principal responsibilities will be:

• In the absence of the Operations Shift Supervisor (OSS), will take full responsibility for the safe and reliable operation of the accelerator and beam delivery complex while it is under their operational control.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain complex operating configurations within specified operating and safety envelopes.
• Operate all elements of the beam transport, acceleration and delivery systems including all ancillary systems required for LANSCE accelerator operation.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repair efforts.
• Serve as a focal point for communications among everyone involved with the LANSCE accelerator complex, including operators, scientists, engineers, technicians, administrators and experimenters. This also will include determining whom to contact in order to repair malfunctioning equipment.
• In the absence of the OSS, function as the Emergency Coordinator (EC) at the scene of an emergency until relieved by an appropriate controlling authority who is acting as Incident Commander (IC).
• Support the ongoing training and qualification of junior operators.

• Advanced knowledge of accelerator operations procedures and policies that are used to determine appropriate action needed to resolve complex problems in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply cross-disciplined (mechanical, electrical, radio frequency, instrumentation and control, and physics) knowledge and a practical understanding of equipment and systems theory and principles.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in recommending solutions to problems affecting systems and/or equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to foster open communication work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to accept a supervisory role in the absence of the Operations Shift Supervisor.

Must have completed and be current on the LANSCE Accelerator Operator Training Program

Position requires an Associate's Degree in a related field and 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, additional training and/or certification may be expected.

• Current and extensive experience in the LANSCE control room as an accelerator operator.
• Willingness to take responsibility for crew's decisions and actions and to make improvements or changes as needed.
• Able to implement and adhere to well vetted conduct of operations principles while remaining flexible and forward thinking in order to drive continuous improvement and adapt to change.
• Strong attention to administrative details such as following operating procedures, ensuring training is complete and up-to-date, and training junior operators.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses each of the key requirements of the position.

Vision, hearing, ability to climb stairs

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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.

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.

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…