Nuclear Weapons Scientist — Multi-Physics Problem Solver

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 101,700 - 206,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Learning opportunities

Flexible schedules

Onsite gyms

Relocation packages

Job summary

A leading research institution in New Mexico is seeking candidates for Scientist 2 and Scientist 3 positions. Responsibilities include developing solutions for national security through advanced modeling and experimental design in nuclear weapons physics. Candidates must have a STEM degree and relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with complex multi-physics and/or radiation transport codes.
• Commitment to quality research and technical excellence.
• Ability to lead projects and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop capability to solve national security problems using multi-physics codes.
• Lead projects and mentor lower level staff.
• Contribute to experimental design and model development.

Skills

Technical Knowledge

Professional Skills

Collaboration

Technical Contributions

Technical Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Master's degree in a STEM field

PhD preferred

Tools

Multi-physics codes

Radiation transport codes

Large-scale computing

Job description

A leading research institution in New Mexico is seeking candidates for Scientist 2 and Scientist 3 positions. Responsibilities include developing solutions for national security through advanced modeling and experimental design in nuclear weapons physics. Candidates must have a STEM degree and relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements.