Research Tec 2/3 (Inspection & NDE Weekends)

About the role

Join the Pit Technologies Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) as a Research Technician. Your work will support national security objectives through inspection, testing, and evaluation activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up, align, calibrate, and operate inspection equipment
• Perform inspections using techniques such as RT (Film, CR, DR, CT), PT, UT, leak checking, density, and visual/optical systems
• Conduct measurements using tools ranging from manual setups to CMMs and vision systems
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications
• Evaluate inspection results against acceptance criteria
• Maintain documentation, traceability, and inspection reports
• Perform basic troubleshooting and equipment maintenance

Requirements

• Technical Knowledge: Experience in metrology, inspection operations, and/or NDE methods
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Knowledge of inspection standards, procedures, and documentation practices
• Experience performing equipment setup, calibration, and operation
• Strong attention to detail and data interpretation skills
• Tools & Equipment: Familiarity with conventional inspection tools and advanced systems (CMMs, radiography, ultrasonic, optical systems)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience selecting and specifying measurement/test equipment
• Experience with metrology software (Calypso, Quindos, PC-DMIS, or similar)
• Certification to Level 1 or Level 2 in NDE methods (NAS 410, ASNT SNT-TC-1A, or equivalent)
• Experience working in nuclear or high-hazard environments (DOE Orders 422.1 or 440.1B)
• Active DOE Q Clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Experience with digital radiography, computed radiography, or CT systems

Pay

• Research Tec 2: $54,900 - $84,300
• Research Tec 3: $66,100 - $103,600

Schedule

The role starts on the regular shift (M-Th) until training is complete, then transfers to the weekend shift (Th-Su).

Benefits

Includes 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), shift differential, and more.