Special Materials Machinist ; Machinist

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• Program, set up, and operate manual and CNC mills and lathes for the safe manufacturing of high explosive (HE) components and assemblies of varying complexity, including fixture and tool selection, conversation programming on the machine, CAM programming, and other typical machining functions.
• At the Machinist 5 level, lead the machining of the most complex HE components, utilizing advanced programming methods, fixture design, tooling selection and purchase, and all other technical aspects of machining HE components.

• Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated experience working from complex drawings, sketches, and/or verbal instructions to facilitate the manufacture of parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating manual and CNC mills and lathes. Comprehensive understanding of Geometrical Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles and experience in shop mathematics and English–Metric unit conversions including applied trigonometry.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, strong organizational approach, attention to detail, and proactive solution‑seeking when interacting with engineers, machinists, inspectors, and other stakeholders.
• Leadership: Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to long‑term job duties and programmatic goals.

• Technical Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of CAM programming principles on complex geometries, tooling and fixturing design and fabrication, and machining techniques and processes.
• Communication: Advanced proficiency in oral, written, and interpersonal communication, including the ability to work with a diverse technical team on multiple concurrent tasks with changing priorities.
• Leadership: Advanced proficiency in oral, written, and interpersonal communication, including the ability to lead a diverse technical team.

• Machinist 4: Associate’s Degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies or equivalent precision metalworking program and 6 years of experience; or 8 years prototype experience; or Journeyperson qualification program and 6 years of experience.
• Machinist 5: Associate’s Degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies or equivalent precision metalworking program and 10 years of experience; or 12 years prototype experience; or Journeyperson qualification program and 10 years of experience.

• Experience with Mastercam software
• Experience operating CAD software, Creo or Solid Works preferred
• LANL HE Handler or experience in handling hazardous materials
• Multi‑axis machining experience
• Note to applicants:
  The selected candidate is required to work on‑site and must submit a detailed cover letter explaining how they meet each minimum requirement and any desired qualifications.

The work location for this position is onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. The position commitment is one year.

Citizens of the People’s Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation who are not lawful permanent residents are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, including Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The laboratory offers:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a 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% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexib…