R&D Design and Fabrication Machinist Technologist (Research Technologist 1)
$85.9k/y-$139.9k/y
13 days ago
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OnsiteFull-timeMid
Summary
Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an R&D Design and Fabrication Machinist Technologist (Research Technologist 1) to join their High Explosives Science and Technology (Q-5) group in Los Alamos, NM. The role involves providing technical support and expertise in the design, fabrication, and assembly of components for research and development experiments.
About the Role
As an R&D Design and Fabrication Machinist Technologist, you will collaborate with project teams to refine prototype designs, fabricate and assemble complex components, develop new procedures, and recommend solutions to project challenges. You will work closely with scientists and engineers, contributing to cutting-edge research in high explosives and energetic materials science.
About You
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of manual and CNC machining equipment.
- Comprehensive understanding of machining processes and precision measurements.
- Proficient knowledge and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve R&D solutions from design to fabrication.
Preferred:
- Journeyman machinist certification.
- High explosives handler qualification.
- Qualified to transport high explosives.
- Experience machining of pyrophoric materials (e.g., magnesium, titanium).
Benefits
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Free basic life and disability insurance.
- Paid childbirth and parental leave.
- Award-winning 401(k) with 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).
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory is one of the world’s most innovative multidisciplinary research institutions. We're engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security to ensure the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile. Our workforce specializes in a wide range of progressive science, technology and engineering across many exciting fields, including space exploration, geophysics, renewable energy, supercomputing, medicine and nanotechnology.
Los Alamos, NM