Mechanical Technologist – Experiment Enablement At High Explosives Application Facility For Americans

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Pay Range

$36.50 – $47.28 Hourly for the 533.2 level

$43.78 – $56.70 Hourly for the 533.3 level

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.

Job Description

We have multiple openings for Mechanical Technologists and Senior Mechanical Technologists. You will support new and on-going experiments for the High Explosives Applications Facility (HEAF). These positions are in the National Securities Engineering Division (NSED) supporting the Weapons and Complex Integration (WCI) Principal Directorate.

These positions will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

In this role you will

• Provide general technical support to engineering, scientific, and technical staff to plan and conduct experiments at LLNL and other off-site locations in support of programmatic activities.
• Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble moderately complex mechanical components and systems, using work control process and procedure requirements.
• Apply intermediate knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in solving mechanical problems.
• Provide operations, maintenance, design, fabrication, assembly support, and maintain systems documentation and experimental records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the 533.3 level

• Provide advanced technical assembly and disassembly support of complex assemblies.
• Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble complex mechanical components and systems including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods.
• Assist in developing test parameters, comprehensive troubleshooting and testing materials, components, or systems, identifying problems, and providing input on solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, formal apprenticeship or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Experience solving a variety of moderately complex technical problems in completion of work assignments.
• Intermediate knowledge and experience in mechanical fabrication and assembly.
• Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to complete and maintain Explosives Handler certification and Respirator qualifications as required by the position.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.

Additional qualifications at the 533.3 level

• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to read and follow complex assembly procedures, engineering notes, sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Significant experience working independently, under minimal supervision, on technical assignments and proven ability to meet project requirements and deadlines.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience fulfilling Work Control process and procedure requirements.
• Experience working with high explosives.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standards.
• Experience in 3D CAD.
• Experience in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.

Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

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• Flexible
• 401(k)
• Education Assistance
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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