Engineering Technologist, Atmospheric Instrumentation

GEM Technologies, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEM Technologies, Inc. seeks an Engineering Technologist, Atmospheric Instrumentation to join the LANL team in Los Alamos, NM.

Role includes support for AMF deployments, inventory management, and occasional travel up to 10% for training and site operations; later relocation to Iowa for the next AMF Campaign in late 2027. You will collaborate with the FIDO Team in the EES Division, ensure safety protocols, and help prepare AMF2 while coordinating with national labs and researchers across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related STEM field; relevant experience may substitute.
• US citizenship due to federal nature of work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience collaborating in a team to reach shared goals.
• Experience organizing inventory and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience troubleshooting electronics, networking, and low‑voltage circuits.
• Familiarity with hand tools and digital multimeters.

Responsibilities

• Support the Field Instrument Deployments and Operations (FIDO) Team at LANL; Earth and Environmental Sciences division.
• Assist daily operations of AMF1/AMF2 and perform inventory management, maintenance, and preparation.
• Travel up to 10% for training and site operations support of AMF1 in Phoenix, AZ.
• Build relationships with technical staff from national labs and research institutions.
• Manage shipments and procurements; ensure safety and code of conduct compliance.
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Inventory management

Electronics troubleshooting

Hand tools

Digital multimeters

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Engineering Technologist, Atmospheric Instrumentation to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory! This position is full-time and will be based out of Los Alamos, New Mexico withVERY occasional short-term travel (up to 10%) for training and site operations support of the ARM Mobile Facility 1 (AMF1), currently deployed in Phoenix, AZ; travel reimbursement under GSA would apply.

Our ideal candidate is interested and willing to work at LANL to start and then relocate to the next AMF Campaign located in Iowa in late 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support the Field Instrument Deployments and Operations (FIDO) Team in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL); https://organizations.lanl.gov/cels/ees-division/earth-system-observations/fido
• Assist with daily operations of the FIDO Team and ARM Mobile Facilities (AMF) for the US Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM).
• Support maintenance, testing, and deployment preparation of the ARM Mobile Facility 2 (AMF2), currently stationed at LANL in Los Alamos, NM; this includes inventory management, instrument maintenance and repair.
• Travel on occasion (up to 10%) for training and site operations support of the ARM Mobile Facility 1 (AMF1), currently deployed in Phoenix, AZ.
• Build and foster relationships with technical and project management staff from national labs and research institutions across the country.
• Request, receive, and document shipments and procurements.
• Follow all site safety and code of conduct procedures.
• Participate in other special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or a related STEM field from an accredited institution; additional, relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with a team to achieve shared goals.
• Experience organizing and tracking inventory, and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience troubleshooting electronics, networking protocols, and low-voltage circuits.
• Familiarity with the use of hand tools and digital multimeters.
• Ability to work independently within a team, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Essential Job Functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) – Sitting and standing; climbing stairs and ladders; lifting 20-30 pounds to waist height; carrying 30-50 pounds and loading into/out of shipping containers; kneeling; squatting; twisting; and bending. Job functions will be performed both indoors and outdoors, in a variety of environmental conditions; all personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.

Desired Skills

• Leadership and/or mentorship experience.
• Interest in DOE and/or climate research activities.
• Experience operating, installing, testing, repairing, and maintaining outdoor scientific instrumentation.

About the Site

The NNSA's Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), located in Los Alamos, New Mexico, is a design laboratory responsible for the safety and reliability of the nuclear explosives package in nuclear weapons. This lab possesses unique capabilities in neutron scattering, enhanced surveillance, radiography, and plutonium science and engineering (energy.gov).

About GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.
• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.
• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.
• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

Compensation and Benefits

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.