Senior Technical Coordinator – Electronic and Mechanical

About the role

We have multiple openings for Senior Technical Coordinators specializing in electronics and/or mechanical fabrication. You will support the Supply Chain Organization. This work will take place within the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science (NIF&PS) Directorate, home to the world’s most energetic laser.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced procurement/coordination support to scientific, engineering, and technical personnel through specialized technical knowledge relating to acquisition of parts, materials, and equipment for scientific research activities.
• May participate or lead project team to provide acquisition support to senior technicians, technical associates, engineers, and scientists on medium to large projects.
• Provide solutions to complex technical problems and make decisions using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.
• Research and recommend substitute products with similar technical specifications.
• Collaborate with suppliers, requestors, LLNL Procurement, production control, NIF warehouse, LLNL Receiving, and onsite mechanical/electrical fabrication shops to meet project cost and schedule requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in mechanical/electronic technology; or equivalent combination of education and previous relevant experience in mechanical/electronic fabrication.
• Advanced level understanding and skills of ANSI International Electronic Standards or ASME Y14.5M Dimensioning and Tolerancing, with demonstrated ability to interpret and break down BOMs (Bill of Materials) for component level procurement.
• Advanced knowledge of the fabrication acquisition process, including approvals, bidding, award, inspection and acceptance, receipt, reconciliation, and close out.
• Effective written, verbal, feedback and presentation communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal, teamwork, and multitasking skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships, collaborate effectively across departments and manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to safely operate pick-up trucks, lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and properly secure loads for transport.
• Ability to travel and maintain flexibility in scheduled work hours to attend training activities on and off-site.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience in electronic procurement or as an electronic technician, including intermediate skills in electronics shop processes.
• Experience in mechanical fabrication procurement or as a machinist, sheet metal worker or equivalent mechanical fabrication shop experience.

Pay Range

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly

Additional Information

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Position Information

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

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

- Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!

- Flexible Benefits Package

- 401(k)

- Relocation Assistance

- Education Reimbursement Program

- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

- Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

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.