Research Tec 5 - Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
About the Job
What You Will Do
Help support our National Security Mission and discover why we attract the best minds in the world!
The Advanced Nuclear Technology Group (NEN-2) conducts research, development, training and operations in the application of passive and active nuclear measurement techniques, as well as radiography. Applications of primary interest to the group include emergency response programs, countering weapons of mass destruction, stockpile stewardship support, intelligence support activities, and international treaty verification. In addition, NEN-2 works closely with NCERC Facility Operations (NCERC-FO) and Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) at the Nevada National Security Site to execute unique nuclear critical and subcritical experiments. A key component of the NEN-2 mission is to teach a wide variety of personnel from within the lab and national security partner organizations how to safely handle, detect, characterize, and manage nuclear materials. NEN-2 staff members conduct classes in criticality safety, nuclear materials handling methods, and nuclear instrumentation.
The Research Tec 5 will play a key role in supporting national security through the NEN mission. You will work in a dynamic team environment where communication, teamwork, initiative, and follow through are essential. This position requires advanced level ability to perform complex tasks.
As the Research Tec 5, you will:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Position requires an associate's degree in a relevant field and 7 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):Sitting; Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing Ladders; Bending; Stooping; Crouching; Kneeling; Twisting the trunk or back; Reaching overhead; Reaching horizontally; Reaching down; Applying torque with hands or arms; Gripping with the hands; Pressing with hands or arms; Pushing with hands or arms; Pulling with hands or arms; Typing or keyboarding; Carrying 30+ pounds; Lifting 20-30 pounds; Carrying 20-30 pounds.
Work Environment:Ability to hear high-pitched sounds; Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz); Outdoors; Working overtime or irregular schedule; In a wet or humid environment; In a dry environment; Domestic/foreign travel; Operation of motor vehicles; Work in a noisy environment; Work near electrical power supplies; Work near sources of ionizing radiation; Work near sources of non-ionizing radiation; toxic chemicals; Headgear or head protection; Safety glasses or eye protection; Face shield or facial protection; Mask or respirator; Hearing protection; Gloves or hand protection; Safety shoes or protective footgear; Hood use.
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.
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:
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). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
*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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regula��on, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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.
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 P701 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 or preference, 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 1-50 5-665-4444 option 1.
Help support our National Security Mission and discover why we attract the best minds in the world!
The Advanced Nuclear Technology Group (NEN-2) conducts research, development, training and operations in the application of passive and active nuclear measurement techniques, as well as radiography. Applications of primary interest to the group include emergency response programs, countering weapons of mass destruction, stockpile stewardship support, intelligence support activities, and international treaty verification. In addition, NEN-2 works closely with NCERC Facility Operations (NCERC-FO) and Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) at the Nevada National Security Site to execute unique nuclear critical and subcritical experiments. A key component of the NEN-2 mission is to teach a wide variety of personnel from within the lab and national security partner organizations how to safely handle, detect, characterize, and manage nuclear materials. NEN-2 staff members conduct classes in criticality safety, nuclear materials handling methods, and nuclear instrumentation.
The Research Tec 5 will play a key role in supporting national security through the NEN mission. You will work in a dynamic team environment where communication, teamwork, initiative, and follow through are essential. This position requires advanced level ability to perform complex tasks.
As the Research Tec 5, you will:
- Operate, support, maintain, and troubleshoot/repair a variety of radiation detection equipment, both gamma-ray and neutron based
- Operate, support, maintain, and troubleshoot/repair a variety of low to-high energy radiography instruments
- Qualify as a Fissile Material Handler (FMH) to perform hand-on experimental operations with significant quantities of SNM
- Support NEN-2 scientists/engineers and trainees in doing experiments or conducting training at LANL and/or NCERC
- Learn the principles and practice of radiation measurements or radiography, and develop subject-matter expertise in at least one core measurement technique or technology
- Sustain and improve the work authorization and work execution for NEN-2 operations
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience with radiation detection instrumentation or radiography instruments, for example, installation, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, or analysis of experimental data
- Demonstrated experience with hands-on technical work, for example, use of hand tools, machining, device fabrication or assembly, electronics, computer networking, etc.
- Demonstrated experience organizing technical work, for example, supplies, purchases, shipping, equipment, labs, schedules
- Demonstrated experience working successfully in a high consequence environment that demands excellent attention to detail, conduct of operations, and safe work practices
- The ability to obtain and maintain Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification
- The ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship
Education/Experience: Position requires an associate's degree in a relevant field and 7 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience with one major radiation detection or radiography technique
- Fissile material handling experience
- Ability and inclination to contribute to a wide range of basic-research and mission-science programs as needs and opportunities evolve with time
- An active DOE Q Clearance
- An active Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):Sitting; Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Climbing Ladders; Bending; Stooping; Crouching; Kneeling; Twisting the trunk or back; Reaching overhead; Reaching horizontally; Reaching down; Applying torque with hands or arms; Gripping with the hands; Pressing with hands or arms; Pushing with hands or arms; Pulling with hands or arms; Typing or keyboarding; Carrying 30+ pounds; Lifting 20-30 pounds; Carrying 20-30 pounds.
Work Environment:Ability to hear high-pitched sounds; Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz); Outdoors; Working overtime or irregular schedule; In a wet or humid environment; In a dry environment; Domestic/foreign travel; Operation of motor vehicles; Work in a noisy environment; Work near electrical power supplies; Work near sources of ionizing radiation; Work near sources of non-ionizing radiation; toxic chemicals; Headgear or head protection; Safety glasses or eye protection; Face shield or facial protection; Mask or respirator; Hearing protection; Gloves or hand protection; Safety shoes or protective footgear; Hood use.
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.
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)
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). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
*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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regula��on, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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.
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 P701 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 or preference, 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 1-50 5-665-4444 option 1.
Source : Los Alamos National Laboratory