Job Information
Los Alamos National Laboratory R&D Engineer 2/3 System Engineering W-2 in Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 2 or R&D Engineer 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 W76 Systems Engineering Group (W-2) is looking to hire and fill an R&D Engineer level 2 or 3 position. W-2 is responsible for the technical and programmatic oversight of matters pertaining to the W76 Nuclear Weapon Systems (W76-0, W76-1, and W76-2) and UK Trident Program.
R&D Engineer 2 $101,700 - $168,200
R&D Engineer 3 $122,300 - $206,300
The selected candidate will serve as a System Engineer within the W76 System Engineering Group supporting other System Engineers in W76 qualification activities as well as contributing to the future development of new W76 and Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) programs. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
Contributing to the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives.
Applying and interpreting existing discipline-specific engineering and scientific principles, techniques, methods, and tools to provide solutions for a wide assortment of complex problems.
Participating in and contributing to the completion of milestones on projects as assigned.
Work in a team environment to address and solve a problem within the system, sub-system, component, or material.
Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Weapon Engineering Experience:
• Experience and knowledge of nuclear weapon system design and development; which may include experience with testing, qualification, requirements, assembly, component development, production, and/or surveillance
Engineering Experience : Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following areas: engineering design, development, qualification, assembly/production, or testing. Demonstrated knowledge of systems engineering principles (e.g., system architecture, requirements management, and the verification and validation process).
Time Management : Demonstrated ability to meet schedule and deliverables for technical projects.
Team work & Collaboration : Demonstrated ability to lead a team as well as be part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment, and to interact effectively with a variety of organizations. Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
Self-Starter : Demonstrated ability to work independently; exercises personal initiative.
Communication : Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 3:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requ i res:
Demonstrated leadership and management of projects.
Prior experience with the W76 or other weapon Systems detailed design and testing which may include any of the following:
ground testing, flight testing, hydrodynamic testing, or materials testing.
weapon assembly techniques and/or component fabrication.
weapon system mechanical and electrical interfaces.
Education/Experience at lower level : Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at higher level : Position requires a Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level a Ph.D. may be preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity in working with one or more Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) production agencies.
Demonstrated experience with engineering authorization system, document management, Ability to recognize technical problems and develop teams to conduct research, analysis and testing to establish solutions.
Experience interacting with and presenting to upper level LANL management and DOE/DoD nuclear weapons customers.
Experience with assembly practices, modeling, or analysis tools
Ability to read and interpret engineering design drawings and effectively apply fundamental problem analysis
Derivative Classifier (DC) experience.
Active Q Clearance.
Note to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses the key requirements of this position.
Where You Will Work
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. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ 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% annually)
§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs
§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.