Fusion Project Technician

Jefferson Lab; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 105,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans

401(k) Plan with 9% Lab Contribution

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

A leading research facility in Virginia is seeking a Fusion Project Technician to develop polarized materials for fusion experiments. This position involves working on vacuum systems, fabricating parts, and supporting technical projects. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 9 years of relevant experience. The role offers a salary range of $67,000 - $105,700 for experienced candidates, requiring on-site work in Newport News.

Qualifications

• 9 or more years relevant experience.
• Ability to do multiple tasks and work independently.
• Knowledge of cryogenic technology is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Work on mechanical aspects of cryostat fabrication.
• Familiarize with vacuum systems construction.
• Assemble irradiation beamline with Accelerator Division.

Skills

Knowledgeable in vacuum systems

Proficient with hand and power tools

Fabrication and machining

Ability to operate cranes and forklifts

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Milling machines

Lathes

Drill press

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Position Description

Come join our team at Jefferson Lab, where great minds matter .

2 YEAR TERM POSITION

Job ID: 13537

Location: Newport News, VA

Category: Misc./Trades

Division: Physics

Position Type: Term

Education: High School Diploma

Experience Required: 9+ years

Relocation Provided: No

Position Description

Come join our team at Jefferson Lab, where great minds matter .

2 YEAR TERM POSITION

Posted Date: 07/10/2025

Salary Range: $67,000 - $105,700 (TECH III)

Work Location Type: Dedicated On-Site (working 100% on-site)

What You Job Will Be Like

The Fusion Project team is seeking a motivated technical member to join our team to develop polarized material for fusion experiments. The successful candidate will provide technical/mechanical support for the Spin Polarized Fusion (SPF) project, a multi-lab Department of Energy effort which will help to pave the road towards a viable fusion power reactor. The candidate will also work on associated projects with the Jefferson Lab Target Group and the engineering and technical staffs of Experimental Hall B. The candidate will be responsible for maintenance, repairs, fabrication, and installation of various components including vacuum systems, cryogenic systems, and precision mechanical systems.

In This Role You Will

• Work on all mechanical aspects in the fabrication and installation of an irradiation cryostat used to prepare target materials for fusion and nuclear physics experiments.
• Become familiar with vacuum systems construction and operation.
• Work with Jefferson Lab’s Accelerator Division to assemble the irradiation beamline.
• Work with machine tools (milling machine, lathe, drill press, etc.) to fabricate parts from drawings, sketches or verbal instructions.
• Operate material handling equipment such as cranes, forklifts, etc.
• Fit and assemble parts for vacuum components and cryostats.
• Fabrication of moderately complex small to large equipment as requested.
  
  

Qualifications We Require

Education

• High School Diploma
  
  

Experience

• 9 or more years relevant experience
  
  

Experience And Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to do multiple tasks, follow written and verbal instructions and work independently and/or in a team environment.
• Must be knowledgeable in vacuum system and leak checking.
• Must be proficient with hand and power tools.
• Must be skilled on fabrication and machining with general machine shop equipment, such as milling machines, lathe, saws and brake press.
• Proficient in operating crane, forklift and work platform.
• A vacuum technician with fabrication and machining experience is highly desired.
• Knowledge of cryogenics technology is desirable.
  
  

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campus is located in southeastern Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by Jefferson Science Associates, LLC; Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

Benefits

At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast
  
  

Jefferson Science Associates, LLC (JSA) manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). JSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting @jlab.org or contact Human Resources by calling [phone] and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request.

Employment with JSA is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.

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