R&D Development and Fabrication Technician (Development and Fabrication Technician 3/4)

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 66,100 - 103,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Development and Fabrication Technician for onsite work in Los Alamos, NM. This role involves providing technical support in electrical design, fabrication, and assembly of components for R&D experiments.

The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree and relevant experience, with skills in manufacturing and problem-solving. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing of parts and electrical assemblies.
• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in electrical design and fabrication.
• Manufacture complex parts from drawings and sketches.
• Collaborate on prototype designs and perform fabrication independently.

Skills

Manufacturing of parts

Electrical assemblies

Problem-solving

CAD/CAM software knowledge

Soldering and welding

Education

Associate’s degree + minimum 3 years experience

High explosives handler qualification

Job description

What You Will Do

The Detonation Science and Technology (Q-6) group is seeking a Development and Fabrication Technician to provide technical support in electrical design, fabrication, and assembly of components used in research and development experiments. The role involves agile response to prototyping requests, manufacturing complex parts from drawings and sketches, collaborating on prototype designs, and performing fabrication and assembly independently or as part of a team. For a higher-level hire, additional responsibilities include developing new procedures, recommending solutions to project challenges, and contributing to research and development solutions from design to fabrication.

Position Levels & Salary

Development and Fabrication Tec 3: $66,100 – $103,600 per annum.

Development and Fabrication Tec 4: $72,800 – $115,400 per annum.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience in manufacturing of parts, fixturing, and electrical assemblies.
• Experience in assembly, testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical circuits and electronics.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Additional Requirements for Tec 4

• Demonstrated ability to problem‑solve R&D solutions from design to fabrication.
• Knowledge and experience in electrical board and additive manufacturing.
• Extensive experience in assembly, testing, inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting of printed wire assemblies.
• CAD/CAM software knowledge.

Education & Experience

• Development and Fabrication Tec 3: Associate’s degree + minimum 3 years relevant experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Development and Fabrication Tec 4: Associate’s degree + minimum 5 years related experience or equivalent combination.

Desired Qualifications

• Printed Circuit Board fabrication training or certificates.
• High explosives handler qualification.
• Soldering, welding, mechanical fabrication experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to speak and read vision.

Work Location

Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.

Benefits

• Medical (PPO or high deductible) and nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and PTO.
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Relocation package for moves beyond 50 miles.

Security Clearance

Position requires Q clearance. Background investigation required. U.S. citizenship required unless in very limited circumstances.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories. The Laboratory is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for accommodations.