Los Alamos National Laboratory
D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1/2
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1/2
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D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1/2
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Los Alamos National Laboratory . This position ensures compliance with DOE O 474.2, oversees Decontamination & Decommissioning (D&D) activities, and safeguards Special Nuclear Material (SNM) and other accountable Nuclear Material (NM).
What You Will Do
Support audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
Perform oversight of legacy material, holdup, and waste items in the field and in NMCA accounting systems.
Support preparation and conduct of physical inventories for assigned Material Balance Areas (MBAs).
Review nuclear material inventory reports to identify variances and assist in investigations.
Support analysis and interpretation of statistical inventory models to determine significance of variances.
Interact with customer organizations daily to coordinate recommended solutions.
Identify and report anomalous conditions in accordance with procedures.
Additional Responsibilities – Level 2
Perform independent audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
Monitor, analyze, and correct variances between site nuclear material inventory records and external databases.
Identify potential physical inventory issues and recommend solutions prior to conduct.
Issue and track Action Forms through closure.
Provide oversight of nuclear material values in databases.
Mentor customers and NMCA staff.
Work with minimal supervision in operational environments.
What You Need – Minimum Job Requirements
Experience interpreting and applying complex requirements in a nuclear, high-hazard, or similar environment.
Specialized knowledge in one or more of the following:
Nuclear facility operations
Application of MC&A requirements to nuclear D&D
Chemical/physical processes involving nuclear material
Familiarity with non‑destructive assay methods
Ability to recognize and address statistically significant variances in nuclear material data.
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with knowledge of regulatory drivers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for reporting, trending, and presentations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders.
Additional Requirements – Level 2
Experience analyzing, monitoring, correcting, and balancing nuclear material inventory data.
Experience conducting physical inventories of high‑value items or materials.
Demonstrated ability to perform audits in a nuclear or high‑hazard environment.
Intermediate Excel skills with experience in report generation and trending.
Education and Experience For Level 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation. Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields.
For Level 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation. Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields.
Desired Qualifications
Experience providing inventory oversight in nuclear or high‑hazard environments.
Familiarity with LANMAS and other nuclear material accounting systems.
Knowledge and understanding of NMCA requirements as outlined in DOE O 474.2.
Experience implementing successful process improvement projects.
STEM degree in a technical discipline.
Work Environment This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
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 required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Citizenship Restrictions Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, 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.
Benefits
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)
Security Clearance Clearance: Q. 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 U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.
Other Requirements
HRP: DOE Human Reliability Program, ongoing drug and alcohol testing, and periodic medical & psychological evaluations.
New‑Employment drug test required; a positive test for marijuana results in termination of employment.
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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D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1/2
role at
Los Alamos National Laboratory . This position ensures compliance with DOE O 474.2, oversees Decontamination & Decommissioning (D&D) activities, and safeguards Special Nuclear Material (SNM) and other accountable Nuclear Material (NM).
What You Will Do
Support audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
Perform oversight of legacy material, holdup, and waste items in the field and in NMCA accounting systems.
Support preparation and conduct of physical inventories for assigned Material Balance Areas (MBAs).
Review nuclear material inventory reports to identify variances and assist in investigations.
Support analysis and interpretation of statistical inventory models to determine significance of variances.
Interact with customer organizations daily to coordinate recommended solutions.
Identify and report anomalous conditions in accordance with procedures.
Additional Responsibilities – Level 2
Perform independent audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
Monitor, analyze, and correct variances between site nuclear material inventory records and external databases.
Identify potential physical inventory issues and recommend solutions prior to conduct.
Issue and track Action Forms through closure.
Provide oversight of nuclear material values in databases.
Mentor customers and NMCA staff.
Work with minimal supervision in operational environments.
What You Need – Minimum Job Requirements
Experience interpreting and applying complex requirements in a nuclear, high-hazard, or similar environment.
Specialized knowledge in one or more of the following:
Nuclear facility operations
Application of MC&A requirements to nuclear D&D
Chemical/physical processes involving nuclear material
Familiarity with non‑destructive assay methods
Ability to recognize and address statistically significant variances in nuclear material data.
Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills with knowledge of regulatory drivers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for reporting, trending, and presentations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders.
Additional Requirements – Level 2
Experience analyzing, monitoring, correcting, and balancing nuclear material inventory data.
Experience conducting physical inventories of high‑value items or materials.
Demonstrated ability to perform audits in a nuclear or high‑hazard environment.
Intermediate Excel skills with experience in report generation and trending.
Education and Experience For Level 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation. Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields.
For Level 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation. Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields.
Desired Qualifications
Experience providing inventory oversight in nuclear or high‑hazard environments.
Familiarity with LANMAS and other nuclear material accounting systems.
Knowledge and understanding of NMCA requirements as outlined in DOE O 474.2.
Experience implementing successful process improvement projects.
STEM degree in a technical discipline.
Work Environment This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
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 required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Citizenship Restrictions Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, 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.
Benefits
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)
Security Clearance Clearance: Q. 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 U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.
Other Requirements
HRP: DOE Human Reliability Program, ongoing drug and alcohol testing, and periodic medical & psychological evaluations.
New‑Employment drug test required; a positive test for marijuana results in termination of employment.
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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