Sr Electronics Technologist for NIFPS
Sr Electronics Technologist for NIFPS
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Job Description
We have an opening for a Sr. Electronics Technologist. You will develop test troubleshoot evaluate operate and maintain experimental research and prototype equipment associated with electronic controls systems within the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science (NIF&PS) Directorate. NIF is a 24/7 operational facility and may occasionally require working overtime shifts and/or weekends to accomplish goals; some work will occur in Radiological environments. This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.
You will
- Independently deploy fabricate assemble disassemble and perform comprehensive troubleshooting of complex electronic components and systems including planning and selecting materials and equipment interpreting standards establishing methods and setting priorities.
- Independently identify analyze and provide solutions and alternative approaches to complex electronic problems using advanced methods innovation 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 electronics maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
- Provide advanced technical support to engineering tests physics experiments and program operations.
- Contribute to complex preliminary design concepts and engineering decision processes.
- Assist in developing complex test parameters troubleshooting and testing materials components or systems identifying problems and providing input on solutions.
- Prioritize and provide work and technical guidance to others by checking for accuracy completeness and function.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Qlevel 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 multidisciplinary team environment.
- Effective written verbal feedback and presentation communication skills.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. in a safe and controlled manner.
Qualifications We Desire
- Bachelors degree in electronics engineering technology or equivalent combination of education and related electronics/electrical industrial maintenance experience.
- Demonstrated understanding of advanced electronic technology and substantial experience working on a technical project team and providing technical direction to others.
- Advanced level technical skills and indepth knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems.
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Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.
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- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules *depending on project needs)
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
