Process & Sampling Technician 2/3

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 53,700 - 82,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Onsite gyms

Tuition assistance

Job summary

A leading research laboratory is looking for a Calibration Technician to support various programs. The role involves performing equipment calibrations, documenting results, and providing quality control assistance. Candidates should have calibration experience, the ability to work independently, and must be able to obtain a security clearance. The position offers competitive salary ranges and excellent benefits, including healthcare, 401(k) matching, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience in a government or commercial calibration laboratory.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE 'Q' Clearance.
• Experience following quality and technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations and document results.
• Support accreditation and quality control efforts.
• Mentor less experienced personnel.

Skills

Calibration experience

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Familiarity with ISO 17025

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Indysoft or other LIMS

Job description

What You Will Do

Join Los Alamos National Laboratory and support the National Science and Security Mission as a metrologist in the LANL Metrology Program and Calibration Laboratory (MPCL). The MPCL is an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory providing traceable calibrations and metrology program support to LANL programs and organizations. This role fills either Process & Sampling Technician 2 or 3, depending on the candidate’s skill level. Additional responsibilities will be assigned for candidates hired at the higher level.

Process & Sampling Technician 2

Salary $53,700 - $82,500. Perform simple to moderately complex measurement and test equipment calibrations in limited assigned area(s) using established procedures. Responsible for accurately documenting calibration results. Must adhere to quality and technical procedures to ensure quality results. Requires entry‑level calibration experience.

Process & Sampling Technician 3

Salary $59,200 - $91,600. Performs a broader range of calibration (within the area or in multiple areas) or more complex calibrations in limited areas. Provides support of accreditation, bench operability, and/or quality control efforts. Applies calibration experience to collaboratively solve calibration issues and equipment troubleshooting. Requires advanced calibration experience.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Demonstrated experience performing physical calibrations in a government calibration laboratory, commercial calibration laboratory, or a company that calibrates MTE that it owns.
• Demonstrated familiarity of calibration concepts, requirements, and processes.
• Experience in following administrative, quality, and technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collective team.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE “Q” Clearance, which normally requires U.S. Citizenship.

Additional Job Requirements for Process & Sampling Technician 3

• Experience performing calibrations in a laboratory environment with an ability to adjust MTE.
• Strong understanding of the major elements of a calibration.
• Familiarity in monitoring calibration equipment trends to identify performance issues.
• Familiarity with measurement uncertainties, Test Uncertainty Ratios, and guard banding principles.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor less experienced personnel.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO17025 quality and technical requirements necessary to support A2LA accreditation activities.

Education / Experience Required

• Process & Sampling Technician 2: High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
• Process & Sampling Technician 3: Associate’s Degree and 3 years of experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Skills

• Ability to go on occasional domestic travel.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of Indysoft or other calibration-related Laboratory Information Management Systems.

Essential Job Functions

Reaching oversight, horizontal, down, applying torque with hands or arms, gripping with hands, pressing with hands or arms, pushing with hands or arms, pulling with hands or arms, typing or keyboarding, fine motor control, use of both hands and arms, use of both legs and feet.

Work Location

Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Position Commitment

One year continuous service required to be eligible for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory.

Note to Applicants

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a comprehensive cover letter that addresses the minimum and desired requirements of the level of position applying to.

Where You Will Work

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Benefits include:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid maternity 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).

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Applicable only to U.S. citizens.

Clearance

Q clearance required. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government. Must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

New‑Employment Drug Test

The laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test. Positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Regular Position

Term status. Laboratory employees applying for regular‑status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants

Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory.

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 the workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call 505-664-6947.