Senior Electronics Technologist

About the role

We have an opening for a Senior Electronics Technologist. You will develop, test, troubleshoot, evaluate, operate, and maintain experimental, research, and prototype equipment associated with mechanical systems in the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science Directorate (NIF & PS). This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division, within the Engineering Directorate.

Responsibilities

• Independently deploy, troubleshoot, assemble, and disassemble complex electronic systems, including planning and selecting materials, equipment, and methods.
• Independently identify, analyze, and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex problems using individual creativity and judgment.
• Develop, author, implement, assess, or modify instructional guides for repairing, calibrating, operating, and maintaining equipment and systems.
• Interpret standards and use advanced technical skills to evaluate and recommend methods and priorities for routine electronics maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Provide advanced technical support for engineering tests, physics experiments, and program operations.
• Assist in developing complex test parameters, troubleshooting and testing materials, components, or systems, identifying problems, and providing input on solutions.
• Contribute to complex preliminary design concepts and engineering decision process.
• Prioritize and provide work and technical guidance to others by checking for accuracy, completeness, and function.
• Plan, organize, mentor, and lead projects of limited scope to meet defined objectives and schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in electronics engineering technology, or equivalent combination of education and related electronics/electrical industrial maintenance experience.
• Substantial experience and advanced skills in electronic troubleshooting and assembly.
• Advanced knowledge of engineering hardware testing processes.
• Broad experience with some aspect of advanced level electronic assembly, troubleshooting, installation, and/or maintenance.
• Experience in safe work and business practices.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Effective written, verbal, feedback, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.

Qualifications Desired

• Bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering technology, or equivalent combination of education and related electronics/electrical industrial maintenance experience.
• Advanced understanding of electronic technology and experience working on a technical project team and providing technical direction to others.
• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems.

Pay Range

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly

Benefits

Includes a flexible benefits package, 401(k), relocation assistance, education reimbursement program, flexible schedules, and more. For details, see the Additional Information section.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.