Los Alamos National Laboratory
R&D Engineer 2/3
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, United States
Description
Job Title R&D Engineer 2/3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name W-MSO Military & Stockpile Operations Office
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 2 or 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 Weapon Systems Engineering (W) Division provides systems engineering and program management to ensure the safety, reliability, and security of our nation's nuclear stockpile for the entire life cycle. W Division is responsible for leadership of activities in stockpile assessment, certification, and life extension projects.
The Military & Stockpile Operations Office (W-MSO) is looking for an R&D Engineer to join our team! As an R&D Engineer in W-MSO, you will work jointly with the Sandia National Laboratories Military Liaison (SNL-ML) Organization to interface with the Department of Defense in support of weapons maintenance activities. You will also have the opportunity to support W-MSO's mission at the Weapons Engineering Science and Technology Education Center (WESTEC) and will have the opportunity to learn about all of the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) weapons in the US stockpile.
R&D Engineer 2 $101,700 - $168,200:
Responsibilities will include:
In addition to what was described at the R&D Engineer 2 level, at the R&D Engineer 3 level you will be expected to:
Minimum Job Requirements
Weapons and Systems Engineering Experience
Knowledge of the US Nuclear Weapons Enterprise and of LANL weapon systems, subsystems, and components. Demonstrated knowledge of one or more of the following: design, development, qualification, certification, assembly/production, surveillance, or limited life component exchange operations as performed by the US Air Force and/or the US Navy.
Organization and Resolution of Technical Issues
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and organize assignments, meet schedules and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a range of priorities. Demonstrated ability to identify, address, and resolve technical problems. This position will receive technical and operational direction from designated supervisor or manager and must have the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Communication and Formality
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and personnel, including internal and external customers and stakeholders. Display technical writing skills and overall strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of formality.
Teamwork and Collaboration
Demonstrated ability to remain professional while working with internal and external peers and ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
Commitment to achieving results in a team environment.
Safety and Security
Work experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 3
R&D Engineer 3 Education/Experience: 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:
Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they also possess the following knowledge and skills:
For full consideration, applicants must include a cover letter addressing each of the requirements (minimum and desired) noted in the job posting individually. Please copy, paste the minimum and desired qualification, and then add sub-bullets with your commentary.
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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Job Title R&D Engineer 2/3
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name W-MSO Military & Stockpile Operations Office
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the R&D Engineer 2 or 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 Weapon Systems Engineering (W) Division provides systems engineering and program management to ensure the safety, reliability, and security of our nation's nuclear stockpile for the entire life cycle. W Division is responsible for leadership of activities in stockpile assessment, certification, and life extension projects.
The Military & Stockpile Operations Office (W-MSO) is looking for an R&D Engineer to join our team! As an R&D Engineer in W-MSO, you will work jointly with the Sandia National Laboratories Military Liaison (SNL-ML) Organization to interface with the Department of Defense in support of weapons maintenance activities. You will also have the opportunity to support W-MSO's mission at the Weapons Engineering Science and Technology Education Center (WESTEC) and will have the opportunity to learn about all of the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) weapons in the US stockpile.
R&D Engineer 2 $101,700 - $168,200:
Responsibilities will include:
- Serving as the interface for certain military activities to the LANL weapon system and component groups.
- Working with members of W-MSO, internal stakeholders, and subject matter experts to coordinate the LANL position on resolution of unsatisfactory reports (URs) and updates to, or generation of DOD related technical publications (TPs).
- Provide effective networking with peers across the division and/or the Laboratory and represent LANL to external organizations at various military and stockpile related activities.
- Develops a technical approach and new methods or techniques, using creativity in applying standard practices and procedures, which lead to new or improved capabilities.
- Leads specific project tasks to meet scope, schedule and budget.
- Support operations at WESTEC, including helping to develop a training program, training civilian and DOD personnel on relevant weapon operations, and support for various research and development activities.
- Determine an approach to solutions, plans, and schedules, and arrange your own activities in accomplishing these objectives.
- This level receives occasional oversight on specific objectives, as well as on complex problems and solutions. Completed work products are subject to supervisory review.
In addition to what was described at the R&D Engineer 2 level, at the R&D Engineer 3 level you will be expected to:
- Develops innovative advanced concepts, theories, methods, techniques and approaches to address specialized problems.
- Leads the development of technical products, including the coordinated LANL response to technical challenges such as UR responses and technical publication development and updates.
- Influences organizational, project, and program strategies and directions.
- Leads technical decision-making at task level within a project. Makes decisions and/or recommendations that influence the achievement of key programmatic objectives.
- Actively mentor and train junior staff.
Minimum Job Requirements
Weapons and Systems Engineering Experience
Knowledge of the US Nuclear Weapons Enterprise and of LANL weapon systems, subsystems, and components. Demonstrated knowledge of one or more of the following: design, development, qualification, certification, assembly/production, surveillance, or limited life component exchange operations as performed by the US Air Force and/or the US Navy.
Organization and Resolution of Technical Issues
Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and organize assignments, meet schedules and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a range of priorities. Demonstrated ability to identify, address, and resolve technical problems. This position will receive technical and operational direction from designated supervisor or manager and must have the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Communication and Formality
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and personnel, including internal and external customers and stakeholders. Display technical writing skills and overall strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work with a high level of formality.
Teamwork and Collaboration
Demonstrated ability to remain professional while working with internal and external peers and ability to foster and maintain effective working relationships.
Commitment to achieving results in a team environment.
Safety and Security
Work experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Additional Job Requirements for R&D Engineer 3
- Thorough knowledge and experience in engineering disciplines
- Thorough knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing research and development projects.
R&D Engineer 3 Education/Experience: 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:
Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they also possess the following knowledge and skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of one or more of the following: nuclear weapon design, development, qualification, certification, assembly/production, or surveillance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of weapon systems' mechanical and electrical interfaces, especially as these interfaces relate to limited life component exchange operations as performed by the US Air Force and/or the US Navy.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with nuclear weapon military operations and maintenance activities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Joint Nuclear Weapon Publication System (JNWPS) and the documents contained therein.
- Experience interacting with NNSA National Laboratories and Production Agencies.
- Experience interacting with and presenting to upper-level management at LANL, DOD, or other agencies, as well as to NNSA and DTRA.
- Experience in establishing a training program and/or providing training to groups of civilians or DOD personnel.
- Leadership experience.
- Derivative Classifier (DC) experience
- Active Q clearance
For full consideration, applicants must include a cover letter addressing each of the requirements (minimum and desired) noted in the job posting individually. Please copy, paste the minimum and desired qualification, and then add sub-bullets with your commentary.
- A moderate amount of travel is required due to the programmatic complexity and frequent interactions with SNL-ML, NNSA, Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA), and DOD customers.
- This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, 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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular