Manufacturing Technician; Research Tec

Overview

Manufacturing Technician (Research Tec 2/3) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. This position may be filled at the Research Tec 2 or Tec 3 level depending on the candidate's skills. Additional responsibilities at the higher level may be assigned if hired as Research Tec 3. The work supports national security objectives in a nuclear facility and requires appropriate safety, security, and quality processes.

The Manufacturing Technician will work in a team environment within LANL's nuclear facility to manufacture product, support material movement and glove box operations. The majority of daily work is hands-on glovebox work in support of plutonium processing. Work is performed in PF-4 using Detailed Operating Procedures (DOPs) and Integrated Work Documents (IWDs) to produce quality products. The role requires knowledge and experience with Conduct of Operations, nuclear criticality safety, material control and accountability, radiological safety, and environment compliance.

The job involves protection and maintenance of sensitive or classified information and requires a DOE security clearance and enrollment in the Human Reliability Program (HRP).

Research Tec 2 ($53,700 - $82,500). You will be trained to perform manufacturing tasks including plutonium processing, metal processing, casting, vacuum equipment operations, welding, mechanical assembly, leak testing, and equipment maintenance. You will use bench-top equipment and ensure all work, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications according to established requirements. You will handle radioactive and hazardous materials, write and maintain records, follow detailed procedures, write progress reports, interact with support organizations, and perform transactions on the nuclear material tracking system.

General knowledge of mechanical systems and experience working to technical specifications or procedures, as well as clean-room experience and pressure vessel operation, are preferred.

Research Tec 3 ($64,700 - $101,400). In addition to Tec 2 responsibilities, you will collaborate with facility representatives to support safety and reliability of equipment/systems, safely handle radioactive materials, and perform nuclear material accountability transactions. Preferred knowledge includes Conduct of Operations, Inventory Management, Quality Assurance, robotic functionality, and experience with mechanical tools such as an electro-hydraulic press.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Mechanical Systems & Tools: Experience with mechanical systems, hand/power tools, instrumentation, measurement tools, welding, x-ray, vacuum systems, PPE. Knowledge of radiography, linear accelerators, vacuum systems operation, pressure systems, mechanical assembly, leak testing, and maintenance.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a high-performance, collaborative team environment.
• Demonstrate Timeliness: Ability to keep up with training, pass tests, and maintain certifications.
• Computer Proficiency: Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Safety and Security: Maintain required safety and security training and ensure compliance in all tasks.
• Integrity: Professional conduct with a respectful, non-discriminatory workplace.
• Follow Instructions: Adhere to Laboratory and regulatory guidance; perform tasks as instructed by supervisor; may involve exposure to multiple areas with varying depth.

Additional Job Requirements for Research Tec 3:

• Mechanical Expertise: Knowledge of vacuum/pressure systems, welding, mechanical assembly, leak testing, and maintenance; experience with power tools.
• Technical Competency: Working knowledge in chemical synthesis, radiological materials handling, analytical methods, materials characterization, optical/laser systems, data acquisition, pressure systems, fiber optics, imaging, electronics, and reading drawings/schematics.
• Schematics: Ability to read drawings and schematics and perform data analysis.
• Collaboration: Ability to work in a high-performance team environment.
• Analytical Ability: Ability to investigate problems and recommend alternatives.
• Education/Experience at Tec 2: High school diploma and 3+ years related experience, or equivalent combination.
• Education/Experience at Tec 3: Associate degree and 3+ years related experience, or equivalent combination.
• DOE Order 426.2: Requires a high school diploma.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge or experience with Nuclear Material
• Experience with classified material and parts
• Active DOE "Q" clearance (or equivalent)

Reading vision, speaking, hearing, ability to sit/stand/walk, lift 20-30 pounds, and wear a mask or respirator with reasonable accommodation.

Los Alamos, NM.

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible for posted jobs. The commitment for this position is 2 years.

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