Electronics Technologist/Sr. Electronics Technologist

2 weeks ago


Livermore, United States Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Full time

Job Description

We have an opening for an Electronics Technologist/Sr. Electronics Technologist . You will provide engineering technician support to a team responsible for executing experiments in the large explosive firing tanks and/or research guns in the High Explosives Applications Facility (HEAF) in Livermore, CA. This position is in Operations with the Strategic Deterrence (SD) Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

In this role, you will 

Setup diagnostics per experimentalist’s requirements. Operate electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes/digitizers, power supplies, high speed cameras, delay generators, temperature controllers, etc.) for experiment execution and data acquisition. Provide general electronic technical support to Engineers, Scientists, and other technical staff to plan and conduct experiments. Design and/or fabricate moderately complex electronic systems. Author and/or maintain systems documentation and experimental records. Perform facility related technical functions such as maintenance, testing, and upgrades to equipment. Ensure that support and experimental areas are kept clean, uncluttered, and in a state of readiness. Recognize and support plans to promote and foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability within the workplace. Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the level

Provide advanced electronic technical support to Engineers, Scientists, and other technical staff to plan and conduct experiments. Design, fabricate, and assemble complex electronic components and systems. Identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex electronic problems using independent creativity and judgment.

Qualifications

Ability to secure and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance which requires citizenship. Associate degree in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Experience with electronic test equipment and data acquisition hardware. Ability to read and follow engineering schematics, drawings, and/or procedures. Knowledge of engineering hardware design and testing processes. Experience in general fabrication processes with the ability to solder and use hand tools. Effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Experience in safe work practices.

Additional qualifications at the level

Significant related experience in electronic circuits, systems, theory, and design. Advanced level technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures and the ability to interpret and execute complex assembly procedures from engineering notes, sketches, drawings, and other technical material. Effective written and verbal communication, feedback, and presentation skills.

Qualifications We Desire

Experience operating high-speed video cameras. Experience working with and/or around high-voltage and high-current equipment. Experience with LabVIEW data acquisition software. Demonstrated ability/commitment to promote and value inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability principles in the workplace.

Additional Information

#LI-Onsite

Position Information

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

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor Flexible  401(k) Relocation Assistance Education Reimbursement Program Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit  Our core beliefs - visit Employee engagement - visit 

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 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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