AOT-IC Graduate Research Assistant 1

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Onsite gyms

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for a Graduate Research Assistant in the AOT-IC Software team at the LANSCE facility in Los Alamos, NM. You will focus on control system software development, maintenance, and modernization, with a mentor guiding you through a challenging project.

The role emphasizes Linux, embedded systems, and DevOps, with opportunities to present progress to colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE with 3.0+ GPA.
• Graduate enrollment (6 credit hours or full-time) in graduate program.
• C++/Java and scripting (Python, Bash) familiarity.
• Experience with Linux systems and software troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain control system software for the LANSCE facility.
• Update legacy code and perform DevOps tasks.
• Work on network and embedded systems development and system maintenance.
• Document work and present progress to mentors and colleagues.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

Linux

Scripting

Education

B.S. in CS/CE/EE

Graduate student enrollment

GPA 3.2+ (4.0 scale)

Tools

gdb

Valgrind

SQL

LabVIEW

EPICS

VxWorks

RTEMS

Job description

What You Will Do

Come join the brightest minds at the LANSCE cutting edge Particle Accelerator Facility. The AOT-IC Software team is seeking a Graduate research assistant for a challenging assignment. We are seeking a proactive and technically strong programmer with a focus on control system software development and maintenance. A strong emphasis will be placed on updating legacy code, DevOps, network systems, embedded systems development, and system maintenance. As Graduate Research Assistant 1, we will provide you with a mentor, a challenging project, and an opportunity to present your work and progress to colleagues.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Experience working as a member of a project team.
• Ability to self-teach and work independently
• Willingness to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with the software engineering lifecycle.
• Understanding of compiled languages such as C, C++, and/or Java.
• Experience with scripting languages such as bash, Python, Tcl, Tk, and/or Perl.
• Familiarity with Linux systems and tools.
• Familiarity with software troubleshooting techniques.

Education / Experience

• Position requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
• Must be enrolled (6 semester credit hours or full-time equivalent) in an accredited, degree-granting graduate level program (or international equivalent)
• Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with software debugging tools such as gdb or valgrind.
• Experience with SQL relational database schemas, queries, and optimization thereof.
• Skills associated with web-based applications and REST API development.
• Understanding of instrumentation and control systems.
• Experience developing software for embedded systems.
• Experience with virtualization, hypervisors, and/or containerization.
• Linux system administration and network administration experience.
• Network management and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience with machine learning or adaptive algorithms (AI).
• Programming experience with VxWorks or RTEMS.
• Programming experience with LabVIEW.
• Experience with EPICS (the Experimental Physics Industrial Control System).
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

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.

Note to Applicants

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of 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.

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.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, 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. 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.

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. 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 [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.

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