Electro-Optical Diagnostician (Engineering Technologist 1)

About the role

The Focused Experiments (M-3) group is seeking a motivated Engineering Technologist 1 to support explosives research with M-3's Hydrodynamic Testing Team. This team works in the Area 1 outdoor firing sites in support of LANL's core weapons mission and other related programs. The successful candidate will participate in planning, designing, fielding, and diagnosing tests involving the detonation of explosives.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and experience with experimental data acquisition instruments and hardware such as oscilloscopes, digitizers, delay generators, pressure sensors, and microcontrollers, and a willingness to learn how to field diagnostics at a firing site.
• Experience with laser operation and safety, fiber optic components, and optical alignment.
• Familiarity assembling, fielding, and troubleshooting Multiplexed Photon Doppler Velocimetry (MPDV), Modulation Based Ranging (MBR), Chirped Fiber Bragg Gratings (CFBG) and other diagnostic methods for continuous detonation wave tracking.
• Hands-on experience operating common hand tools and machinery including power tools, drilling, and tapping equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with soldering, circuit design, interpretation of circuit diagrams and control system schematics.
• Experience working safely to a set of defined requirements and regulations for moderate- and high-hazard environments (e.g. high explosive/radiation safety, high voltage safety).

Requirements

• Technical Skills: Knowledge of and experience with experimental data acquisition instruments and hardware such as oscilloscopes, digitizers, delay generators, pressure sensors, and microcontrollers, and a willingness to learn how to field diagnostics at a firing site.
• Experience with laser operation and safety, fiber optic components, and optical alignment.
• Familiarity assembling, fielding, and troubleshooting Multiplexed Photon Doppler Velocimetry (MPDV), Modulation Based Ranging (MBR), Chirped Fiber Bragg Gratings (CFBG) and other diagnostic methods for continuous detonation wave tracking.
• Hands-on experience operating common hand tools and machinery including power tools, drilling, and tapping equipment.
• Demonstrated experience with soldering, circuit design, interpretation of circuit diagrams and control system schematics.
• Experience working safely to a set of defined requirements and regulations for moderate- and high-hazard environments (e.g. high explosive/radiation safety, high voltage safety).

Qualifications

• Minimum Job Requirements: Technical Skills, Team Collaboration, Education/Experience, Desired Qualifications.

Skills

• Experience with development and fabrication of novel, precision optical and electronic diagnostic probes.
• Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
• Experience with basic machine tools (e.g., endmill and lathe) and machining operations.
• Experience with LANL procurement systems, inventory management, and vendor relations.
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., Solidworks, CREO, etc.).
• Experience operating heavy equipment including forklifts and/or overhead cranes.
• Demonstrated understanding of explosive firing operations.
• Knowledge of DOE Standard 1212 (formerly the DOE Explosives Safety Manual).
• High Explosives Handler Qualification.
• Demonstrated experience in preparation of hazard analyses, safety documents, security plans, and technical procedures.
• Good communication skills and willingness to train less-experienced members of the staff.
• Active DOE / DOD security clearance.

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).