DARHT Mechanical Engineered Systems Tec; Engineered Systems Tec

What You Will Do

The DARHT Engineering, Operations, and Physics Group (J-6) is seeking an Engineered Systems Tec to join the Mechanical and Engineering Team. Core responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading the Dual-Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test (DARHT) accelerator mechanical systems (water, glycol, vacuum, mechanical alignment, etc.), and designing, modeling, developing, and implementing new mechanical systems to support the DARHT accelerators.

As a mechanical Engineered Systems Tec 2, you will assist in the maintenance of mechanical systems and subsystems at DARHT and around the DARHT complex. Tasks include maintenance and troubleshooting of hardware.

• The ability to execute basic maintenance or new equipment installations with verbal and/or written instructions
• Being able to read and understand mechanical diagrams
• Experience using tools to work on mechanical systems
• General knowledge of mechanical systems (pumps, piping, filters, etc.)
• The capability to work in a team environment
• A willingness to acquire new skills and step out of your comfort zone
• Being a fast learner

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, this level will require an application of mechanical systems knowledge to include vacuum systems, knowledge of LANL policies and principles, and a thorough understanding and wide application of maintenance practices for mechanical and vacuum systems.

• An application of mechanical systems knowledge to include vacuum systems, knowledge of LANL policies and principles, and a thorough understanding and wide application of maintenance practices for mechanical and vacuum systems.
• A demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair problems on mechanical and vacuum systems of moderate complexity using standard diagnostic equipment, while referencing OEM provided drawings, diagrams, specifications, schematics, and manuals.

• Experience with mechanical and/or vacuum systems and processes.
• Experience working to a set of defined requirements and regulations.
• Experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting systems and/or equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team under both general and/or specific instruction.

• Demonstrated apprentice-type skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting systems and/or equipment.
• Proficiency with mechanical and/or vacuum systems and processes.
• Proven experience working to a set of defined requirements and regulations.

Position requires a high school diploma and a minimum of three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position requires an Associate's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

• Experience with high vacuum equipment.
• Experience working on pumping and pressure systems.
• Experience in reading mechanical drawings.
• Strong computer skills, including word‑processing, spreadsheets, and data acquisition and plotting.
• DOE Q clearance.

• Reading vision
• Ability to discriminate speech
• Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz)
• Sitting
• Standing
• Walking
• Running
• Climbing stairs
• Climbing ladders
• Bending
• Stooping
• Crouching
• Kneeling
• Crawling
• Twisting the trunk or back
• Balancing
• Reaching overhead
• Reaching horizontally
• Reaching down
• Applying torque with hands or arms
• Gripping with the hands
• Pressing with hands or arms
• Pushing with hands or arms
• Pulling with hands or arms
• Typing or keyboarding
• Fine motor control
• Use of both hands
• Use of both arms
• Use of both legs
• Use of both feet
• Carrying 30+ Pounds

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.

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.

• 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%…