Intermediate Electrical & Materials Technician - Welding Laboratory

Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP); Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary

401(k) Savings program

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks a Welding Technician to support the Welding Laboratory’s fabrication of laboratory-scale test articles. The role involves executing metal joining operations including electron beam welding and automated GTAW, with opportunities for mechanized and manual welding, and interfacing with sponsors through pre‑job briefs and documentation.

The ideal candidate has relevant experience with G-code and CAM programming, strong communication, and the ability to work in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 4+ years relevant experience, or Associate degree with 2+ years, or Journeyman papers with 2+ years, or Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification with 2+ years, or Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support Welding Laboratory operations by fabricating laboratory-scale test articles using electron beam welding and automated GTAW.
• May perform limited mechanized and manual welding as needed.
• Interface with work sponsors through job scoping meetings, pre-job briefs, and required documentation.

Skills

G-code

CAM programming

Welding

Mechanized welding

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree in related field

Journeyman papers in related field

Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company promotes a positive culture while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets.

Job Description

The Materials Development Laboratory Unit is seeking a self‑motivated technician to support operations within its Welding Laboratory. The Welding Technician candidate will support laboratory‑scale test article fabrication by performing several metal joining operations including electron beam welding and automated gas tungsten arc welding. Candidates may also perform limited mechanized and manual welding. The preferred candidate has relevant experience with G-code and/or CAM machine programming. This position requires interface with work sponsors through job scoping meetings, pre‑job briefings, and completing required documentation.

Required Combination Of Knowledge And Skill

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Journeymans Papers in a related field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.

Preferred Skills

• Prior operating experience with automated metal joining processes utilizing machine programming code (G-code experience preferred)
• Prior test article fabrication experience
• Prior troubleshooting and/or preventive maintenance experience on complex machines
• Familiarity with additive manufacturing and/or machining processes including associated programming software
• Previous mechanized and manual welding production experience
• Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite of products (i.e. Word, Excel, SharePoint, etc.)

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$63,900.00 - $97,800.00 annually

Salary information provided is a general guideline only. Annual salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

About the Organization

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense‑owned Nuclear Power Training Unit‑Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world‑class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8,000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

Eligibility & Compliance

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.