Shock Physics Postbac Engineer — CAD & Experiments

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition assistance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Post-Baccalaureate Student in the Shock Physics Team (M-9) to develop hardware designs, create CAD models, and assist with fielding experiments at Los Alamos, NM. This role emphasizes collaboration with scientists, engineers, and technicians and offers exposure to multiple platform facilities including X-ray and gas/powder gun experiments.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in a STEM field, experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor), data

Qualifications

• Experience with engineering drawing software (SolidWorks, Inventor, general CAD)
• Experience with mechanical design
• Experience with data acquisition systems (LabVIEW, oscilloscopes)
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment with strong communication abilities
• BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, physics, or related field

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering drawings and CAD models for hardware designs
• Create engineering drawings of parts and assemblies
• Assist with fielding experiments and data collection
• Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and technicians on project goals
• Support experiments using LANL platforms and facilities

Skills

CAD

Engineering drawing

SolidWorks

Inventor

3D modeling

Data acquisition

Oscilloscopes

Team communication

Education

BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, materials science, electrical engineering, physics

Tools

LabVIEW

Oscilloscopes

Machining tools

3D printing

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Post-Baccalaureate Student in the Shock Physics Team (M-9) to develop hardware designs, create CAD models, and assist with fielding experiments at Los Alamos, NM. This role emphasizes collaboration with scientists, engineers, and technicians and offers exposure to multiple platform facilities including X-ray and gas/powder gun experiments.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in a STEM field, experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor), data