Weapon Tooling Field Engineer
Weapon Tooling Field Engineer
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Location:Pantex Plant Amarillo TX
Job Title: Weapon Tooling Field Engineer
Career Level: Senior Associate
Organization: Toolng & Machine Engineering ()
Job Specialty: Core Engineering
What Youll Do
Weapon Tooling System Engineers function as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess system health and performance and provides overall technical responsibility for operability and reliability of Special Tooling which includes overall cognizance of assigned Special Tooling systems and technical support of line management safety responsibilities for ensuring continued operational readiness. The Weapon Tooling System Engineer works in conjunction with the Special Tooling Program for the assigned Special Tooling. They are responsible for troubleshooting assessing and tracking feedback on existing designs for continuous improvement throughout the entire life cycle of the Special Tooling in support of the mission of the Pantex Plant. Weapon Tooling System Engineers troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with Special Tooling in cooperation with other related disciplines.
The position requires knowledge of the Pantex Special Tooling Program with a preferred knowledge in design and analysis of Special Tooling at Pantex. Additional responsibilities include:
- Resolve Tooling Problem reports for existing Special Tooling and make determinations to recover damaged or defective tooling and equipment that is being used to support manipulate or evaluate nuclear weapons and weapon related material.
- Track and trend operations maintenance and repair activities for existing Special Tooling.
- Technical authority for safety and security determinations related to Special Tooling designed to prevent and/or mitigate high order consequences worker safety concerns and security concerns. Requirements for these Special Tools are flowed down from the Documented Safety Analysis Nuclear Explosive Safety Rules Process Hazard Analyses for Explosive Safety and other implementing documents for contractor requirements.
- Observe and assess Special Tooling for system operability reliability and material condition.
- Make recommendations and initiate actions to correct problems related to assigned systems.
- Engineers will be expected to support the on-call rotation.
- Present information clearly and effectively through the oral and written word.
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering with a minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA and two years of relevant experience
OR a Masters degree in mechanical engineering with a minimum 3.3/4.0 cumulative GPA
OR a PhD in mechanical engineering with a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents from Canada or Mexico the Washington Accord or the list of substantially equivalent as documented by ABET.
- A minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0/4.0 within the Bachelors degree only at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
In addition the applicant must meet the requirements of Department of Energy (DOE) O 426.2 (i.e. Baccalaureate in engineering or related science two (2) years job-related and at least one (1) year nuclear experience or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities (Ref. DOE O 426.2).
- In the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2).
Preferred Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Pantex Tooling and Machine Design Engineer qualification
- Knowledgeable in respective technical standards principles theories concepts and techniques
- Basic CREO and mechanical analysis experience
- Knowledgeable in mechanical manufacturing methods and welding techniques.
- Knowledgeable in inspection and testing methods including but not limited to non-destructive testing calibration and preventive maintenance of mechanical tooling and systems.
- Demonstrated technical capabilities leadership and work ethic
- Ability to work in a project team environment and communicate well with other disciplines customers and stakeholders
- Ability to follow procedures and work within a rigorous work process
- Tracking and trending of issues using metrics to determine system health
- Understanding of Conduct of Engineering Conduct of Operations and the Special Tooling Program at Pantex
- Good written and oral communications skills
- Capable of handling classified information
Why Pantex
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan prescription drug plan vision plan dental plan employer matched 401(k) savings plan disability coverage education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical drug screening and background investigation. As an employee you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender sexual orientation gender identity age religion national origin ancestry genetic information disability or veteran status.
Employment Type
Full Time
