Controls Systems Integrator (Engineering Technologist 4)

About the role

The DARHT Experiments and Radiographic Science (J-4) group at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a controls systems integrator to provide software development and system integration support for critical experimental facilities.

Responsibilities

• Integrate control systems with specialized hardware applications across multiple experimental and measurement platforms.
• Develop and maintain control system software for experimental timing, control, and data acquisition systems.
• Work closely with scientific and engineering staff to translate experimental requirements into functional control solutions.
• Design, build, and commission integrated systems from concept through deployment.
• Plan and execute system commissioning activities and assembly workflows.
• Provide controls systems technical expertise and troubleshooting support across multiple J-4 programs.
• Develop and deploy test systems to validate hardware and software integration.
• Maintain technical documentation and implement best practices for system development.
• Ensure compliance with safety and security requirements.

Requirements

• Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of LabVIEW development with proven ability to develop and deploy complex applications. Expert knowledge of PLC systems and demonstrated ability to integrate PLCs with control system software. Demonstrated experience with National Instruments hardware platforms including cRIO, PXI, CompactDAQ, and DAQmx. Expert knowledge of industrial communication protocols including GPIB, RS-232, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and SQL. Expertise in architecting and deploying large-scale, mission-critical control systems. Ability to work with control system hardware for integration and testing purposes. Proven track record developing innovative solutions to unique and complex technical challenges. Demonstrated ability to serve as technical specialist or subject matter expert.
• Professional Skills: Experience working with minimal supervision on complex projects from concept through completion. Strong problem-solving abilities with experience troubleshooting complex integrated systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse technical teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Science, Math or related degree from an accredited institution and 12 years of directly related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Current LANL employment with demonstrated performance.
• Direct experience with DARHT, DDC, or similar high-consequence facility control systems.
• LabVIEW Certification (CLAD, CLD, or CLA).
• Experience building and deploying Hardware-in-the-Loop test systems.
• Background in automated inspection, dimensional testing, or functional test systems.
• Experience with SPC, GD&T, measurement systems, vision systems, or robotics.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS), IIoT, virtualization (VMWare), or SQL database development.
• Track record mentoring junior staff or interns.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (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)