AOT-IC Post-Bachelor

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Onsite gym

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a recently graduated postgraduate intern for the AOT-IC Software team at the LANSCE facility in Los Alamos, NM. This full-time, year-round position offers mentorship, challenging projects, and opportunities to present progress to peers.

Responsibilities include updating legacy code, DevOps, network and embedded systems development, and ongoing system maintenance in a post-baccalaureate learning environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical or related field with GPA ≥ 3.0.
• Experience coding in compiled languages (C, C++, Java) and scripting (bash, Python, Tcl, Perl).
• Ability to document work and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain control system software and documentation.
• Update legacy code, perform DevOps tasks, and maintain network/embedded systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot software in a research facility environment.
• Work with a mentor and present progress and results to colleagues.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Python

Linux

Embedded systems

Documentation

DevOps

Networking

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

gdb

Valgrind

SQL

REST API

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 recent graduate looking for a challenging postgraduate internship at the post-baccalaureate level. This is a full-time, year-round position for a period of one year.

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 a Post-Bachelor's student, 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.

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

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.

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.

If you experience any technical issues, please email [e-mail] for assistance.