R&D Development and Fabrication Technician; Development and Fabrication Technician

What You Will Do

This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

This position will be filled at either the D & F Tec 3 or Tec 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

$66,100 - $103,600

The Detonation Science and Technology (Q-6) group seeks an individual to provide technical support specifically in electrical design, fabrication, and assembly of components used in research and development experiments.

Responsibilities include:

agile response to prototyping requests; manufacture of complex parts from a variety of materials with exacting tolerances; collaborative planning of prototype designs; fabrication and assembly independently and as part of a team; and integration of components into experiments across DOE facilities.

$72,800 - $115,400

In addition to the responsibilities outlined at the lower level, the Tec 4 will contribute to the development of new procedures and protocols, and recommend solutions to problems affecting project requirements.

The Detonation Science and Technology Group serves the Laboratory and the Nation providing the knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other critical national security areas. Capabilities include design engineering for nuclear weapon detonators, detonator cable assemblies, fabrication, qualification, and installation of test fire control systems, pulse power engineering, advanced detonator design and testing, and applied problem solving.

• Manufacturing Experience – design and manufacturing of parts, fixturing, and electrical assemblies.
• Electrical Fabrication Skills – assembly, testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical circuits and electronics.
• Schematics – fully proficient knowledge of engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Communication Skills – strong oral and written communication.

• Research & R&D Skills – problem solving R&D solutions from design to fabrication.
• Electrical Manufacturing Experience – electrical board and additive manufacturing.
• Electrical Fabrication Skills – extensive experience in assembly, testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of printed wire assemblies.
• Software Knowledge – CAD/CAM.

Development and Fabrication Tec 3:
Associate’s Degree and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Development and Fabrication Tec 4:
Associate’s Degree and 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Printed Circuit Board fabrication training/certificates
• High explosives handler qualification
• Soldering, welding, mechanical fabrication experience

• Essential Job Functions – ability to speak, reading vision

Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

• 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
• 401(k) with 6% matching and 3.5% annual contributions
• 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)

Q clearance required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens except in very limited circumstances. Background investigation will be conducted. Q clearance obligations are subject to Federal Government decisions.

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.