Engineering Technician V - Diagnostic Assembly Technician (NWS 00797)

Job Title: Engineering Technician V Diagnostic Assembly Technician (NWS 00797)

North Wind Services is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science technology and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen at least 18 years of age and able to meet preemployment requirements including any required physicals drug screen and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS a premier government contractor charged with employing highly motivated and wellqualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore CA. Though employed by NWS the employee will take daytoday direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay benefits Human Resource and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

This position is supporting the National Ignition Facility (NIF) which is the worlds largest and most energetic laser facility ever built. NIF is also the most precise and reproducible laser as well as the largest optical instrument. The giant laser has nearly 40000 optics which precisely guide reflect amplify and focus 192 laser beams onto a fusion target about the size of a pencil eraser.

The National Ignition Facility (NIF) is seeking a talented and selfmotivated Engineering Technician V to perform precision assembly disassembly testing installation and removal of diagnostic hardware that supports critical NIF experiments. The primary responsibilities include small and large parts assembly to high precision specifications performing precision alignments installing complex diagnostic hardware of assorted sizes per procedures installing/removing large optics up to 70 lbs. performing quality assurance inspections and creating and uploading files to computer databases. Secondary responsibilities include hoisting and rigging large loads troubleshooting both mechanical and electrical assemblies and working on/around Xray sources. This requires a versatile broadbased Engineering Technician capable of supporting the installation and commissioning of complex hardware which involves configuration setup and maintenance of mechanical and vacuum subsystems in support of Shot Operations in a large complex tightly secured facility. The successful candidate will also record data identify process improvements will have to work with hazardous materials in a radioactive environment. The Engineering Technician will also have the communication skills to effectively interact with scientists technicians designers and engineers and will report to the NIF Target Area Operations Supervisor.

Due to the vast and varying types of experiments NIF is a 24/7 operational facility. This position may require the Diagnostic Assembly Technician to have the flexibility to work overtime shift and or weekends to accomplish goals. The successful candidate will be required to pass various onsite training modules to pursue work assignments. The successful candidate will be required to obtain a QLevel Security Clearance through the Department of Energy.

Essential Duties
Assemble precision components according to prints/drawings.
Provide mechanical support for the assembly installation operation repair and maintenance of NIF mechanical systems in accordance with approved procedures
Record data and present to others for analysis
Read and interpret drawings and perform minor fabrications tasks and assemble components with limited supervision
Follow and adhere to written operational and safety procedures while completing job assignments
Operate and maintain equipment through a graphical user interface
Safely handle radiologically contaminated components.
Work may require the ability to use respirators.

Marginal Duties
Perform operation troubleshooting and maintenance on vacuum and xray systems
Perform material handling of large equipment including rigging and using cranes

Essential Skills Knowledge and Abilities
A.A. in Mechanical or Electrical Technologies or a combination of 4 years of education and experience or previous military experience working on mechanical or vacuum systems.
Working knowledge of various mechanical maintenance practices including plumbing hardware and electrical as it relates to vacuum system operation and maintenance.
Ability to learn or technical background using computer control and data acquisition systems or similar large systems.
Experience working in a team environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and skillset.
Ability to adapt to system changes upgrades and processes to complete experiments.
Must be detail oriented and be able to adhere to written procedures.
Must be able to use a respirator work in confined spaces and clean rooms lift and push 50 pounds use portable ladders with a max 300pound weight limit climb stairs and work from various heights.
Must have the communication skills necessary to convey highly detailed procedures and verbally discuss technical information with personnel.
Must be able to obtain and maintain DOE Q Clearance.

Desired Skills Knowledge and Abilities
Experience with operation and maintenance of vacuum systems.
Experience using complex computer control and data acquisition systems utilized in the remote control of optomechanical devices.
Experience working within a nuclear military or highly technical laboratory environment.
Demonstrated ability to work on complex systems including optical electrical and mechanical.

Special Requirements
PrePlacement Medical Exam: A jobrelated preplacement medical examination may be required.
Preemployment drug test: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer preemployment drug test.
Anticipated Clearance Level: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Qlevel clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country) you may be required to renounce your nonU.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and worklife balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a casebycase basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helplinefor assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.