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R&D Design and Fabrication Machinist (Machinist 4/5)

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,400–$127,900 Per Year
SKILLS
Analytical Chemistry, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Communication Skills, Cutting Tools, Dental Insurance, Engineering Drawing, Explosives, Knowledge Base, Laboratory, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Material Science, Metalworking, Operations Security (OPSEC), Performance Testing, Pilot Plant, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Prototyping, Research & Development (R&D), Software Engineering, Team Player, Technical Writing, Testing, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, User Documentation, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
27 days ago
What You Will Do

This position will be filled at the Machinist 4/Machinist 5 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.

Join our Team! The High Explosives Science and Technology (Q-5) Group is seeking a skilled machinist to provide precision machining, fabrication, and assembly support for research and development components. In this role, you will use your expertise to manufacture parts and assemblies that support critical experimental work, translating designs and specifications into high-quality machined components.
High Explosives Science & Technology (Q-5) Group serves the Laboratory and nation by providing the knowledge base in high explosives (HE) testing for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other national security areas. The group specializes in a broad array of energetic materials science including development (synthesis and formulation) and testing of novel explosives, pilot plant production of explosive materials, advanced manufacturing of explosives, analytical chemistry of explosives and explosives ingredients, detonation performance testing, and special security projects.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).

Machinist 4 ($80,400-$127,900)

You will provide responsive machining services to meet group fabrication needs, manufacturing complex parts from various materials to exacting tolerances. Working from engineering drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions, you will:
  • Operate manual CNC machining equipment to produce precision components
  • Work independently and collaboratively with scientists, engineers, and technical staff
  • Participate in planning prototype fabrication
  • Execute machining and assembly work
  • Fabricate fixtures, tooling, and assemblies as needed
You must provide an agile response to group member requests for machining needs and may include the manufacture of complex parts from a variety of materials with exacting tolerances from drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions. The project portfolios that will be supported are diverse, and you must be able to effectively communicate and interact with scientists, engineers, technologists, and technicians in Q-5. You will receive on-the-job training from an experienced Journeyman Machinist and have access to a fully equipped satellite machine shop located at TA-9. The candidate will participate in the collaborative planning of prototype designs; once finalized, they will perform the fabrication and assembly independently as well as part of a team.

Machinist 5 ($87,800-$143,00)

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level you will develop new machining procedures and processes, provide technical recommendations to overcome fabrication challenges, and serve as a subject matter expert for machining projects.
What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Machining & Fabrication Skills
  • Proven experience designing and manufacturing parts, fixtures, and complex assemblies
  • Advanced proficiency in operating and maintaining manual and CNC machining equipment
  • Comprehensive understanding of machining process, cutting tools, and operations to achieve various tolerances
  • Skilled in precision measurement techniques and inspection methods
  • Skilled experience of CAD/CAM software for programming and design visualization
Technical Communication & Documentation
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly
  • Proficient in reading, interpreting, and creating engineering drawings and schematics


Additional Job Requirements for Machinist 5:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires an 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.

Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires an 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.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Journeyman Machinist certification
  • High explosives handler qualification (or ability to obtain)
  • Qualified to transport high explosives (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience machining reactive/pyrophoric materials (magnesium, titanium, etc.)
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:
  • Interested applicants are required to apply online and upload a cover letter and resume. The cover letter must address the candidate experience and how it applies to the opening.
  • Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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. 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 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.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as 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, state, and local 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 (505)-664-6947.

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