Pulsed Power Engineered Systems; Engineered Systems

This position will be filled at either the Engineered Systems Tec 2 or Tec 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

The DARHT Engineering, Operations, and Physics Group (J-6) is seeking two (2) Engineered Systems Tecs to join the Pulsed Power Team. J-6 provides state-of-the-art accelerator, pulsed power, beam-target, and radiographic physics capabilities in support of LANL's hydrodynamic test mission. Core responsibilities of the Pulsed Power Team include troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading of the Dual-Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test (DARHT) accelerator pulsed power systems.

The team is also intimately involved in designing, modeling, developing and implementing pulsed power systems for the new DCX (DARHT Capability eXpansion) project. This is an exciting time to get in on the ground floor and become part of this multi-disciplinary effort.

As a pulsed power Eng Sys Tec 2, you will assist in the maintenance of pulsed power systems and subsystems at DARHT, to include testing and troubleshooting. This will require:

• The ability to execute basic maintenance or new equipment installations with verbal and/or written instructions
• Being able to read and understand electrical schematics
• Working on electrical circuits and high-voltage components
• 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
• Prioritize safety and security of yourself and fellow employees

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, this level requires

• An application of pulsed power knowledge, LANL policies and principles, and a thorough understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts related to pulsed power.
• A demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair problems on electro-mechanical systems of moderate complexity using standard diagnostic equipment, while referencing to OEM provided drawings, diagrams, specifications, schematics, and manuals.

• Experience working with power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and digitizers.
• Experience with mechanical, electro-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, electro-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 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position require an Associate Degree in a related technical field and a minimum of 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position.

• Experience working with power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, and digitizers.
• Experience with mechanical, electro-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, electro-mechanical and/or vacuum systems and processes.
• Proven experience working to a set of defined requirements and…