Non-Destructive Testing & Evaluation Process Technician 3 (Process and Sampling Tec 3)

About the Role

The Non-Destructive Testing & Evaluation Group (V-6) of the Weapons Engineering Verification and Validation Division (V) seeks an energetic, customer-focused professional to contribute to non-destructive testing, operations, and development. The work environment involves moderate hazards and classified settings, requiring a strong commitment to safety and security. The selected candidate will work independently and as part of a team on challenging, concurrent projects, demonstrating adaptability, initiative, and a willingness to support tasks as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain required safety and security training, ensure compliance with safety and security requirements, and integrate safety and security into every task.
• Work collaboratively with team members to complete project/operational work on time and strengthen team approaches to technical solutions.
• Provide technical solutions for streamlining processes and contribute to the modernization of capabilities, knowledge, and infrastructure.
• Balance independent and team-based work to complete projects/tasks.
• Deliver professional, courteous, and competent customer service to internal and external customers, building rapport and resolving conflicts.
• Work with documented procedures or techniques, learn new methods, and improve existing processes.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of computer systems and applications such as MS Word and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to write reports, emails, and other communications to effectively engage with customers and team members.
• Associate's Degree and 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.

Qualifications

• Experience and/or qualifications in non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques or related concepts (e.g., device calibration, high-precision measurement systems).
• Working knowledge of a weapons program at LANL or another National Laboratory.
• Familiarity with LANL's organizational structure, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Experience supporting the Weapons Production mission and/or NASA programs at TA-55.
• Active DOE Q clearance, HRP certification, FMH, or related credentials.
• Associate's Degree and/or relevant certification in NDT or related processes.

Essential Job Functions

• Reaching overhead, horizontally, and downward.
• Applying torque, gripping, pressing, pushing, and pulling with hands or arms.
• Typing or keyboarding and fine motor control.
• Use of both hands, arms, legs, and feet.

Work Location

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

Position Commitment

Regular appointment employees must serve a continuous 1-year period in their current position to be eligible to apply for other Laboratory jobs.

Clearance & Citizenship

This position requires a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship. Selected applicants will undergo a background investigation. Citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation who are not Lawful Permanent Residents are prohibited from accessing facilities supporting national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production.

This role is subject to the DOE Human Reliability Program (HRP), including ongoing drug and alcohol testing and periodic medical/psychological evaluations. A new-employment drug test is required, and federal law prohibits marijuana use, even in states where it is legal.

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) with 6% matching plus 3.5% annual contribution.
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and paid time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (for candidates outside a 50-mile radius).