Detonation Physics R&D Tech 4/5 - Precision Diagnostics

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 72,800 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM seeks Research Tec 4/5 to support detonation physics experiments and advanced diagnostics. The role involves instrumentation install/maintenance, data acquisition, and collaboration to achieve mission goals in extreme conditions.

The position offers tiered responsibilities with Tec5 requiring advanced skills in hazardous environments, design/readings, and high-speed data systems. Eligible for onsite work with strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree plus experience in a related occupation.
• For Tec5, 7 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Specialized training for hazardous environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support or conduct experiments on high explosives physics.
• Install and maintain instrumentation; manage data acquisition.
• Field diagnostics and hardware; ensure quality and security of information.
• Lead and contribute to R&D activities with safety compliance.

Skills

Metrology knowledge

Data acquisition

Hazardous environments (HE)

Reading drawings & schematics

Digital test equipment

Software and programming

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree

5 years related experience (Tec4)

7 years related experience (Tec5)

Tools

Machining: lathes & mills

High-speed data systems

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM seeks Research Tec 4/5 to support detonation physics experiments and advanced diagnostics. The role involves instrumentation install/maintenance, data acquisition, and collaboration to achieve mission goals in extreme conditions.

The position offers tiered responsibilities with Tec5 requiring advanced skills in hazardous environments, design/readings, and high-speed data systems. Eligible for onsite work with strong safety culture.