High Explosives Computational Physicist (Scientist 1)

About the Role

The Eulerian Codes Group (XCP-2) is seeking exceptional candidates to develop, implement, and exercise high explosives models in massively parallel multi-physics codes as part of the Advanced Scientific Computing (ASC) Program. XCP-2 staff engage in computational physics modeling across disciplines including numerical fluid and solid mechanics, materials science, radiation hydrodynamics, plasma physics, turbulence, magnetohydrodynamics, high explosives, nuclear physics and engineering, and neutral and charged particle transport. The group also focuses on developing and optimizing cutting-edge physics algorithms for high-performance computing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Research and development of applied physics and engineering models.
• Implementation of methods into production codes using excellent software development practices.
• Testing and validation of methods.
• Education and support of users adopting these methods.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge

• Demonstrated professional knowledge and experience in computational modeling of high explosives, reactive flow, or chemical kinetics.

Software Engineering & Design

• Proficiency with modern Fortran, C, or C++.
• Experience in the development of multi-physics scientific codes, including software engineering practices and user support.

Collaboration

• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and flexibility in work assignments.
• Professional conduct in interactions with co-workers and supervisors.

Communication

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Clearance

• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Qualifications (Desired)

• Experience with massively parallel numerical development and simulation.
• Experience deploying numerical algorithms to heterogeneous computing architectures.
• Experience with LANL's mission and research environment, including impact on programmatic deliverables for the nuclear weapons program.
• B.S. degree in applied mathematics, physics, engineering, or related field. M.S. or Ph.D. may be preferred.

Work Location

This position is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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) (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).

This position requires a one-year commitment. Regular appointment employees must serve this period to be eligible to apply for other Laboratory jobs.