Los Alamos National Laboratory
Electrical Engineer (R&D Engineer 2)
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
Overview
Electrical Engineer (R&D Engineer 2) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) provides knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other national security areas. Capabilities include design engineering for detonators and detonator cable assemblies, design, fabrication, qualification, and installation of test fire control systems, pulse power engineering, advanced detonator design and testing, and applied problem solving. The group also covers detonation science and physics of detonator energetic materials and cradle-to-grave care of detonators and detonator cable assemblies used at LANL. Q-6 engineers, fabricates, or acquires precision high explosives detonators for a diverse R&D customer base to meet current and future national security needs in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. What You Will Do
The group is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of the Denotation Science and Technology Group. The position targets an early-level R&D Engineer who will work with a diverse group of engineers, technologists, and technicians on initiation train design, high explosive detonator testing, experiment fielding, and high voltage and laser operations to support experiments. You will work in areas involving high-safety consequences with chemicals, high explosives, high-power lasers, and high-energy devices. You will be within the Future Systems Innovation and Development or W93 Detonator Cable Assembly Development and Realization teams, and will be responsible for the development, design, testing, and qualification of next-generation initiation systems, diagnostic technologies, and test capabilities in support of national security efforts. You will gain experience in small and large-scale experiment design and fielding, the Phase X process, and initiation train design. What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: R&D Engineer 2 ($104,100 - $172,200) Successful applicants will perform the following duties: Engineering Knowledge Proven experience in electrical, chemical, optical, or mechanical engineering or STEM disciplines. Ability to read and interpret electrical engineering design drawings. Knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing designs for fabrication and testing of products, and using statistical analysis techniques. Experience with computer-aided design tools such as Altium or other ECAD tools. Experience with programming languages; MATLAB, C/C++, or Python preferred. Knowledge of application of scientific methods and engineering standards. Knowledge and experience with simulation tools such as COMSOL, PSPICE, or other relevant modeling software. Communication and Teamwork Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external peers, customers, and stakeholders. Ability to work with significant latitude in determining objectives and the methods needed for new assignments. Education/Experience for R&D Engineer 2:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with the NNSA Phase X Process and Defense Programs Business Process System (DPBPS) requirements Knowledge and experience in electrical board design and fabrication Proficiency with ECAD such as Altium Knowledge and experience with pulsed-powered electrical systems Experience with Python, MATLAB, C, or other coding/modeling software Ability to develop design of experiments for material and component studies and interpret results Ability to lead and execute test series in support of component validation efforts Experience with secure work environment or working with sensitive or classified information Active Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship Work Location and Requirements
Work Location:
The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to apply for posted jobs Laboratory-wide. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. Note to Applicants
For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive cover letter addressing qualifications against the minimum and desired skills requirements, in addition to a resume. Citizenship and security requirements: This position is subject to federal restrictions related to security clearances. See the note below for details. Where You Will Work
Located in northern New Mexico, LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with matching, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, PTO/holidays, onsite gyms, and relocation packages where applicable. Federal and Security Details
Directive 206.2:
Employment with LANL requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating suitability under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Foreign nationals may be subject to equivalent requirements.
Clearance:
This position requires a Q clearance. Background investigation and eligibility are required; US citizenship is typically required for clearance. Additional access authorization may be required depending on the position. New-Employment Drug Test:
LANL requires a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random testing. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Equal Opportunity:
LANL is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. To request an accommodation, contact applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947 ext. 3.
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Electrical Engineer (R&D Engineer 2) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) provides knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other national security areas. Capabilities include design engineering for detonators and detonator cable assemblies, design, fabrication, qualification, and installation of test fire control systems, pulse power engineering, advanced detonator design and testing, and applied problem solving. The group also covers detonation science and physics of detonator energetic materials and cradle-to-grave care of detonators and detonator cable assemblies used at LANL. Q-6 engineers, fabricates, or acquires precision high explosives detonators for a diverse R&D customer base to meet current and future national security needs in a safe, secure, and efficient manner. What You Will Do
The group is offering an exciting opportunity to be part of the Denotation Science and Technology Group. The position targets an early-level R&D Engineer who will work with a diverse group of engineers, technologists, and technicians on initiation train design, high explosive detonator testing, experiment fielding, and high voltage and laser operations to support experiments. You will work in areas involving high-safety consequences with chemicals, high explosives, high-power lasers, and high-energy devices. You will be within the Future Systems Innovation and Development or W93 Detonator Cable Assembly Development and Realization teams, and will be responsible for the development, design, testing, and qualification of next-generation initiation systems, diagnostic technologies, and test capabilities in support of national security efforts. You will gain experience in small and large-scale experiment design and fielding, the Phase X process, and initiation train design. What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: R&D Engineer 2 ($104,100 - $172,200) Successful applicants will perform the following duties: Engineering Knowledge Proven experience in electrical, chemical, optical, or mechanical engineering or STEM disciplines. Ability to read and interpret electrical engineering design drawings. Knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing designs for fabrication and testing of products, and using statistical analysis techniques. Experience with computer-aided design tools such as Altium or other ECAD tools. Experience with programming languages; MATLAB, C/C++, or Python preferred. Knowledge of application of scientific methods and engineering standards. Knowledge and experience with simulation tools such as COMSOL, PSPICE, or other relevant modeling software. Communication and Teamwork Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external peers, customers, and stakeholders. Ability to work with significant latitude in determining objectives and the methods needed for new assignments. Education/Experience for R&D Engineer 2:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with the NNSA Phase X Process and Defense Programs Business Process System (DPBPS) requirements Knowledge and experience in electrical board design and fabrication Proficiency with ECAD such as Altium Knowledge and experience with pulsed-powered electrical systems Experience with Python, MATLAB, C, or other coding/modeling software Ability to develop design of experiments for material and component studies and interpret results Ability to lead and execute test series in support of component validation efforts Experience with secure work environment or working with sensitive or classified information Active Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship Work Location and Requirements
Work Location:
The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to apply for posted jobs Laboratory-wide. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. Note to Applicants
For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive cover letter addressing qualifications against the minimum and desired skills requirements, in addition to a resume. Citizenship and security requirements: This position is subject to federal restrictions related to security clearances. See the note below for details. Where You Will Work
Located in northern New Mexico, LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Benefits include medical/dental/vision insurance, life and disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with matching, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, PTO/holidays, onsite gyms, and relocation packages where applicable. Federal and Security Details
Directive 206.2:
Employment with LANL requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating suitability under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Foreign nationals may be subject to equivalent requirements.
Clearance:
This position requires a Q clearance. Background investigation and eligibility are required; US citizenship is typically required for clearance. Additional access authorization may be required depending on the position. New-Employment Drug Test:
LANL requires a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random testing. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Equal Opportunity:
LANL is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. To request an accommodation, contact applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947 ext. 3.
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