Detonation Science & Technology Scientist (Scientist 2)
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Job Title Detonation Science & Technology Scientist (Scientist 2)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Q-6/Detonation Science and Technology
Minimum Salary 101700
Maximum Salary 168200
What You Will Do
The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) serves the Laboratory and the Nation providing the knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other critical national security areas. The Group's capabilities include design engineering for nuclear weapon 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. Additional capabilities include expertise in the detonation science and physics of detonator energetic materials, and engineering responsibility for the cradle to grave care of the detonators and detonator cable assemblies used by Los Alamos National Laboratory. Q-6 is also responsible for engineering, fabricating, or acquiring precision high explosives detonators for a diverse R&D customer base to meet present and future national security needs in a safe, secure, and efficient manner.
Q-6 is offering an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Detonation Science and Technology Group. The Group is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual who can bring skills in design or scientific operations or project management and/or experimentation. The successful candidate must be capable of working independently on complex technical problems associated with the active and future nuclear weapon stockpile detonator programs as a research and development engineer while actively and openly contributing to the Q-6 detonator mission.
The successful candidate will work with customers and collaborators to ensure programmatic deliverables are met. Strong documentation (writing) skills and ability to present technical information to a wide audience through formal and informal interactions are crucial in this role. The successful candidate will work daily in a classified setting.
Scientist 2 ($101,700-$168,200)
As a Scientist 2, you will be a part of the Modeling & Materials Science team where you will work to better develop the fundamental understanding of detonator materials, detonation and shock physics modeling, and novel optical and electrical diagnostic technologies that can be used to characterize short time events critical to the performance and overall capabilities of detonators. Scientists at this level will help contribute to various medium and large scale proposals and may develop relationships with internal and external funding sources for small/medium scale projects. The Scientist 2 will mentor junior engineers/scientists on the technical aspects of their assigned job and assist other engineers/scientists in meeting Laboratory deliverables.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Engineering/Scientific Knowledge
Proven experience in electrical, chemical, optical, mechanical engineering, or other STEM scientific disciplines. Candidates must have the ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical engineering design drawings, including GD&T for the engineers. Knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing designs for fabrication and testing of products, and using statistical analysis techniques. Experience with computer programming languages; experience with Matlab, C/C++ preferred. Knowledge of application of scientific methods and engineering discipline-relevant standards. Knowledge of and experience with simulation tools such as COMSOL, PSPICE, OpticsBuilder, or other relevant modeling software.
Technical Leadership
Extensive and demonstrable technical knowledge, experience, and ability to provide technical leadership on product designs and/or testing (e.g., multi-component assemblies, characterization, assessment, or multi-parameter testing). Experience leading efforts in designing, planning, and executing projects associated with novel technologies.
Communication and Teamwork
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external peers, customers, and stakeholders. Ability to effectively accomplish work without considerable direction; expect significant latitude in determining objectives of assignments, and determine the methods and procedures needed for new assignments
Education Required: Positions requires a Bachelor' degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience, typically with post-doctoral research experience at a university or national lab or equivalent experience directly related to the occupation
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment:
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)
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.
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 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, 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 [redacted] or call [redacted] option 2 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Anaya, Joseph Raymond (JoeRay)
Work Telephone
Job Title Detonation Science & Technology Scientist (Scientist 2)
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Q-6/Detonation Science and Technology
Minimum Salary 101700
Maximum Salary 168200
What You Will Do
The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) serves the Laboratory and the Nation providing the knowledge base and component design responsibilities for the Nuclear Weapons Program and other critical national security areas. The Group's capabilities include design engineering for nuclear weapon 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. Additional capabilities include expertise in the detonation science and physics of detonator energetic materials, and engineering responsibility for the cradle to grave care of the detonators and detonator cable assemblies used by Los Alamos National Laboratory. Q-6 is also responsible for engineering, fabricating, or acquiring precision high explosives detonators for a diverse R&D customer base to meet present and future national security needs in a safe, secure, and efficient manner.
Q-6 is offering an exciting opportunity to be a part of the Detonation Science and Technology Group. The Group is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual who can bring skills in design or scientific operations or project management and/or experimentation. The successful candidate must be capable of working independently on complex technical problems associated with the active and future nuclear weapon stockpile detonator programs as a research and development engineer while actively and openly contributing to the Q-6 detonator mission.
The successful candidate will work with customers and collaborators to ensure programmatic deliverables are met. Strong documentation (writing) skills and ability to present technical information to a wide audience through formal and informal interactions are crucial in this role. The successful candidate will work daily in a classified setting.
Scientist 2 ($101,700-$168,200)
As a Scientist 2, you will be a part of the Modeling & Materials Science team where you will work to better develop the fundamental understanding of detonator materials, detonation and shock physics modeling, and novel optical and electrical diagnostic technologies that can be used to characterize short time events critical to the performance and overall capabilities of detonators. Scientists at this level will help contribute to various medium and large scale proposals and may develop relationships with internal and external funding sources for small/medium scale projects. The Scientist 2 will mentor junior engineers/scientists on the technical aspects of their assigned job and assist other engineers/scientists in meeting Laboratory deliverables.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Engineering/Scientific Knowledge
Proven experience in electrical, chemical, optical, mechanical engineering, or other STEM scientific disciplines. Candidates must have the ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical engineering design drawings, including GD&T for the engineers. Knowledge of and experience in designing, planning, and executing designs for fabrication and testing of products, and using statistical analysis techniques. Experience with computer programming languages; experience with Matlab, C/C++ preferred. Knowledge of application of scientific methods and engineering discipline-relevant standards. Knowledge of and experience with simulation tools such as COMSOL, PSPICE, OpticsBuilder, or other relevant modeling software.
Technical Leadership
Extensive and demonstrable technical knowledge, experience, and ability to provide technical leadership on product designs and/or testing (e.g., multi-component assemblies, characterization, assessment, or multi-parameter testing). Experience leading efforts in designing, planning, and executing projects associated with novel technologies.
Communication and Teamwork
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external peers, customers, and stakeholders. Ability to effectively accomplish work without considerable direction; expect significant latitude in determining objectives of assignments, and determine the methods and procedures needed for new assignments
Education Required: Positions requires a Bachelor' degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience, typically with post-doctoral research experience at a university or national lab or equivalent experience directly related to the occupation
Desired Qualifications:
- Coursework, experience, or demonstrable knowledge of shock, detonation, or explosive-initiation physics
- Knowledge of lasers and optical assemblies
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles
- Know-how to develop design of experiments for material and component studies; execute and interpret the results of such
- Knowledge of initiation systems particular to nuclear weapon applications
- Knowledge of and experience relative to uncertainty quantification
- Demonstrated experience in secure work environment or working with sensitive or classified information
- Active Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship
Work Environment:
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)
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.
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 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, 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 [redacted] or call [redacted] option 2 and then option 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Anaya, Joseph Raymond (JoeRay)
Work Telephone