Computer Scientist (NWS 00926)

About the role

The Atmospheric, Earth and Energy Division (AEED) at North Wind Services (NWS) is seeking a Computer Scientist to support the Geophysical Monitoring Program (GMP) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in Livermore, CA.

Responsibilities

• Maintain seismic monitoring specialized software and equipment at LLNL.
• Collaborate and communicate with the GMP software development team and DoD and software end users on a regular basis.
• Build and test software and toolkits and provide recommendations on new technologies that support and enhance GMP monitoring capabilities.
• Participate in spiral software development and software applications for US DoD partners collaborating with the GMP.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• US citizen, at least 18 years of age.
• Able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.
• Successful candidates will be employees of NWS supporting the missions of their federal client, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL).

Qualifications

• Proficient in Java programming language.
• Proficient with Earthworm seismic sensor monitoring and processing software.
• Experience with KMI ETNA2 strong motion sensor, related configuration and networking.
• Experience with database-related software and hardware.
• Experience with specialized seismic recording instrumentation and communication.
• Experience with computer networking and firewalls.
• Experience with communications with seismic monitoring partners at DoD.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with team members and good communication and presentation skills.

Skills

• Java programming language.
• Earthworm seismic sensor monitoring and processing software.
• KMI ETNA2 strong motion sensor, related configuration and networking.
• Database-related software and hardware.
• Specialized seismic recording instrumentation and communication.
• Computer networking and firewalls.
• Communications with seismic monitoring partners at DoD.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees.
• Employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance.
• Safety, reliability, and commitment to our people.

Pay

North Wind Services provides a competitive pay and benefits package.

Schedule

As an NWS employee working at LLNL, within the client’s environment, you will complete day-to-day tasks, with direction from technical personnel directly employed by LLNL.