Senior​/Principal R&D Laboratory Support Technologist - Experimental Solid Mechanics, Onsite; opens tab

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Join a diverse team that helps tackle some of the most challenging issues facing our nation's security! We are seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Support Technologist to join our dynamic team in the Experimental Solid Mechanics Department!

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Perform experimental mechanics testing on quasi-static or high-strain-rate load frames with advanced diagnostic techniques to characterize materials and structures
• Set-up, program, and troubleshoot test equipment
• Support lab maintenance and calibration activities
• Organize test data and prepare test documentation
• Support research activities in the following areas: mechanical characterization of materials in normal and abnormal environments, mechanics of structural materials and components (including metals and foams), thermomechanical coupling, experimental data generation to support material model development, failure and fracture, and advanced experimental methods/diagnostic technique development
• Flexibility in addressing competing priorities and able to pivot based on program needs
• Rigorous implementation of work planning and control processes to assure safe, secure, and high-quality operations
• Work closely with engineers and other technologists in the lab to design, execute, analyze and communicate results to our customers

Due to the nature of the work, the selected candidate must be able to work onsite.

$74,700 - $144,400

* Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years relevant experience in the field of mechanics of materials, components, or systems
• Demonstrated proficiency using Excel, Matlab and/or Python for calculations and data analysis
• Experience with Chemical Inventory System (CIS) and/or waste management
• Hands-on experience in the development/maintaining/servicing/repair of complex systems (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pressure, and/or vacuum)
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance

• Perform experimental mechanics testing on quasi-static or high-strain-rate load frames with advanced diagnostic techniques to characterize materials and structures
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or four-year technology degree
• Experience with mechanical testing equipment, strain gauges, extensometers, load cells, accelerometers, oscilloscopes
• Experience using advanced engineering software, such as Lab…