Engineered Systems Tec 4

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high-deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) plans with matching

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and PTO

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking an Engineered Systems Tec 4 machinist to support LANSCE accelerator maintenance and upgrade operations. The successful candidate will work both onsite in Los Alamos, NM and in the field, performing troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of various equipment.

The role requires strong machining skills, ability to read engineering drawings, and experience with CNC techniques. The position includes diverse responsibilities and will require working odd hours and on-call duties to support 24/7 operations.

Qualifications

• Experience machining custom fabrications from drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings drafted utilizing ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Demonstrated experience with CNC manufacturing and inspection techniques and procedures.
• Proven experience working independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support accelerator maintenance and upgrade operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment.
• Order spare parts and maintain a maintenance database.

Skills

Machining custom fabrications

Reading engineering drawings

CAD software

CNC manufacturing techniques

Team collaboration

Strong work ethic

Effective communication

Safety knowledge

Using PCs for data entry

Design feedback

Fabrication of accelerator equipment

Job description

What You Will Do

The Mechanical Team in AOT-MDE is seeking a motivated Engineered Systems Tec 4 machinist to support LANSCE accelerator maintenance and upgrade operations. Successful candidates will also support these operations in the field as needed.

Accelerator Operations and Technology - Mechanical Design Engineering (AOT-MDE) is primarily focused on maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to the Los Alamos Neutron Science Center (LANSCE) Accelerator. MDE provides engineering and design support to Mechanical Engineering projects both within LANL and external customers.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electronic equipment, electro‑mechanical equipment, general shop tools and equipment, and providing custom fabrications to engineered solutions.

The candidate must have demonstrated experience in machine shop fabrication to support accelerator operations and a variety of projects, order spare parts, maintain an online spares inventory and a maintenance database.

This position involves supporting LANSCE 24‑hour, 7‑day per week beam operations, which will involve work at odd hours as required and on‑call duties. Must be willing to work overtime occasionally and serve on call to support 24/7 accelerator operation and maintenance.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience machining custom fabrications from drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings drafted utilizing ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Experience with CAD and CAM software.
• Demonstrated experience with CNC manufacturing and inspection techniques and procedures.
• Work successfully in a team environment and exhibit collaborative behavior.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic with ability to work independently and as part of a team under both general and/or specific instruction.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and communicate effectively with scientists, engineers, and technicians.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and a commitment to doing work safely and securely.
• Be capable and willing to work in radiation areas while adhering to ALARA principles [MH1.1].
• Demonstrated skills in using personal computers for word processing and spreadsheet data entry.
• Demonstrated ability to check, correct, and provide constructive feedback to designers regarding their designs.
• Design, fabrication, and/or maintenance of accelerator equipment.
• Able to acquire a Q clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience machining a variety of materials with lathes, mills, drill presses, and saws, and other industrial apparatus. Applied knowledge of principles of vacuum design and technology.
• Experience with CMM inspection machines or other inspection technology.
• Proven track record of contributing to high‑impact R&D projects through design, prototyping, and fabrication.
• Certified crane and forklift operator.
• Experience in the fabrication of mechanical parts working from sketches, formal drawings, or oral instructions. Proficiency in the operational use of and calibration of optical tooling equipment, such as jig transits, sight levels, and theodolites.
• Knowledge of various alignment techniques such as LASER Tracker and Spatial Analyzer software.

Work Environment

Work location is onsite 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 to be eligible to apply for posted jobs. The position commitment for this position is one year.

Note to Applicants

Due to federal restrictions 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), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not lawful permanent residents, are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, including LANL.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, LANL is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security.

Benefits

• PPO or high-deductible medical insurance with a 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).

Directive 206.2

Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Note: This requirement applies only to U.S. citizens. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance

Position will be cleared to Q level. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.

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 marijuana, use and possession remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

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 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.