Senior Electrical & Materials Technician

Naval Nuclear Laboratory; Town of Niskayuna (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) Savings program

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory seeks an experienced Senior Electrical & Materials Technician at the Knolls site to support the RPI&C test systems and lab infrastructure. You will help maintain and modernize test infrastructure, coordinate calibrations, and guide junior staff in a fast-paced lab environment.

Requirements include a strong background in lab testing, control systems, and fabrication, with multiple pathways (diploma/degree/qualifications) outlined in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 7+ years of relevant experience or related degrees with required years of experience, as stated.
• Associate degree with 5+ years, Journeyman papers with 5+ years, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification with 5+ years, or Bachelor's with 3+ years.

Responsibilities

• Execute common laboratory functions to support testing and maintenance.
• Perform periodic facility tests and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain and modernize lab test systems and test articles.
• Coordinate calibration of test equipment and inventories.
• Develop less senior personnel in the organization.

Skills

Control systems knowledge

Electronic components handling

Soldering and wiring

Reading schematics

Time management

Fabrication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in related field

Journeyman papers in related field

Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator qualification

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

About Us

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 NNL electrical community maintains a suite of laboratories that are used to qualify Reactor Plant Instrumentation and Control (RPI&C) software and hardware, enable swift response to fleet support activities, and to support crew familiarization with RPI&C systems.

The Knolls Shipboard Electrical Systems (SES) RPI&C infrastructure team is responsible for maintaining and modernizing the existing RPI&C test system infrastructure at Knolls site and, in close collaboration with counterparts across the program, developing, testing, qualifying, and delivering the test infrastructure for the next generation of RPI&C systems.

The Knolls System Infrastructure Development (SID) unit is looking for an experienced Senior Electrical & Materials Technician in pursuit of the mission described above.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to executing common laboratory functions such as support of testing, troubleshooting, coordination and/or performance of periodic facility tests and preventative maintenance required to support a fully capable laboratory, executing work packages required to maintain and modernize the lab's test systems and test articles, ensuring that work packages are performed safely and in compliance with company and Program requirements, managing the calibration of test equipment and inventories of parts and equipment and developing less senior personnel in the organization.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience; or Associates degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Journeymans Papers in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Qualification as a Naval Nuclear Propulsion Operator (or commercial nuclear equivalent) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Skills

• Hands-on experience with control systems and electronic components.
• Experience using laboratory test setups to develop and qualify control systems.
• Strong fabrication skills, including soldering, wiring, assembling connectors, working confidently with hand tools, and reading schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with NR Program or commercial operational practices, including planning and performing electrical work.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks effectively.

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

$70,900.00 - $108,500.00 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.

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 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

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.