Electronics Technologist – NIF Target Diagnostics

Location: Livermore, CA, us

Company Description

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are looking for individuals that demonstrate an understanding of working in partnership with team peers, who engage, advocate, and contribute to building an inclusive culture, and provide expertise to solve challenging problems.

Job Description

We have an opening for an Electronics Technologist/Senior Electronics Technologist.  You will provide technical support for Target Diagnostic Engineering and Science technical staff, working with experimental and prototype electronic and photonic systems at the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science Directorate. This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division, within the Engineering Directorate.

You will provide technical support in a research environment and NIF Operations.  NIF is the world’s most powerful and energetic laser that is a 24/7 operational facility and may occasionally require on call, overtime, shift, and/or weekend work to accomplish goals. You will test and maintain experimental research and prototype equipment associated with electronics, computers or electro-optic systems. You will help solve complex technical problems through regular interactions with co-workers and  supervisor. 

The position will be filled at either the 531.2 or 531.3 level depending on your qualifications. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if you are selected at the higher level.

In this role, you will

• Analyze and resolve moderately complex technical problems with electronic circuits, subsystems, and systems.
• Provide general technical support by diagnosing, debugging, testing, evaluating, designing, upgrading, maintaining, and repairing electronics systems, instrumentation, controls, data acquisition systems, and test equipment, including electronics fabrication.
• Interpret and work from sketches, drawings, schematics, and verbal or written instructions to troubleshoot and resolve problems at the system, sub system, or component level.
• Provide general technical support to engineering tests, physics experiments, and program operations using appropriate test methods and equipment.
• Identify and acquire moderately complex data and test results to report findings, identify problems, and analysis utilizing advanced methods.
• Develop and modify basic test procedures, determine circuit requirements, and contribute to preliminary design concepts and engineering decisions.
• Develop, update, and utilize instructional guides for the repair, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems.
• Provide routine maintenance and related assigned tasks to ensure the reliable and safe operation of equipment and facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the 531.3 level

• Establish circuit or systems parameters using advanced electronics circuitry, scientific knowledge, engineering principles, and mathematical calculations. Interpret specifications used in crafting, maintaining, and calibrating complex electronic systems, chassis, or components.
• Independently with minimal instruction deploy, fabricate, troubleshoot, assemble, and disassemble complex electronic and/or photonics components and systems, including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods.
• Independently with minimal instruction identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex electronic and/or photonics problems using individual creativity and judgment; prioritize and provide work and technical support to others checking for accuracy, completeness, and function.
• Assist in developing advanced test parameters, troubleshooting and testing materials, components, or systems, identifying problems, and providing input on solutions. 

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in electronics engineering technology or the equivalent combination of education and prior technical related experience.
• Intermediate experience in electronic troubleshooting and assembly, including fault diagnosis, reading schematics, using test equipment, and assembling or repairing electronic circuits.
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering hardware testing equipment, processes, computer aided design and electronics simulation software.
• Intermediate skills, knowledge, and understanding of moderately complex electronic circuits and systems including assembly, fabrication, testing, maintenance, and repair functions.
• Effective written and verbal communication, and presentation skills sufficient to develop and report data, and to work successfully with multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment.
• Experience in safe work and business practices.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.

Additional qualifications at the 531.3 level

• Advanced understanding and experience in complex electronics and/or photonics technology including a background in both theory and design.
• Ability to establish and modify specifications by applying electronic knowledge across a wide range of electronic circuits and systems.
• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems, while gathering and analyzing associated data while working under minimal supervision.
• Effective written and verbal communication, feedback and presentation skills sufficient to develop and report data, and to work successfully with multidisciplinary teams in a highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications We Desire

• Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology or related technical field.
• Experience with operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronics and/or photonics systems.
• Experience with high-speed, high-voltage low energy systems.
• Experience with research laser and fiber optic systems.

Pay Range:

$43.55 - $63.97 Hourly

$43.55 - $53.36 Hourly for the 531.2 level

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly for the 531.3 level

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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