Electronics Technologist MidSenior Active Clearance Required

We have an opening for Electronics Technologist - Mid/Senior to support the Security and Protection (S&P) Program within the Security Organization (SO). The S&P Program is responsible for managing the evaluation development and operations support of the Argus and Caerus security this role you will fabricate and test electrical and electronic assemblies integrate systems and install complex electronic components in support of security hardware deployment and sustainment. This position is in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will 

• Design fabricate diagnose troubleshoot test evaluate and maintain moderately complex electronic components and unique security systems using work control process and procedure requirements.
• Independently perform experimental tests and measurements often requiring you to interpret and analyze schematics and operating manuals.
• Prepare and maintain systems documentation and experimental records.
• Provide general electronic technical support to engineering scientific and technical staff to plan and conduct experiments at LLNL and other off-site locations.
• Contribute to moderately complex preliminary design concepts and engineering decision process.
• Maintain a high level of safety awareness while adhering to written safety procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that support and experimental areas are kept clean uncluttered and in a state of readiness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the 531.3 level

• Design fabricate assemble and disassemble complex electronic components and systems including planning equipment selection and methods.
• Identify analyze and provide solutions and alternate approaches to complex electronic problems using independent creativity and judgment.
• Maintain test calibrate and repair advanced electronics circuits instrumentation and control as well as diagnostic systems.

Qualifications :

• This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
• Associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Ability to read and follow engineering notes sketches drawings specifications and procedures.
• Experience in electronics fabrication processes with the ability to operate specialized tools.
• Intermediate skills knowledge and abilities in electronics technology including theory design and component to system level with the understanding of analog and digital electronics.
• Effective written verbal and presentation communication skills; demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve goals.
• Ability to work effectively handling multiple assignments concurrently.
• Ability to travel locally to work with subcontractor manufacturers and vendors.

Additional qualifications at the 531.3 level

• Advanced technical skills and knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex problems using established guidelines techniques and procedures and the ability to interpret and execute complex assembly procedures from engineering notes sketches drawings and other technical material.
• Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision in the production and fabrication of electronic assemblies and devices; experience in leading training or mentoring other technicians.
• Effective written verbal feedback and presentation communication skills.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience with moderately complex security system design or installation.
• Ability to maintain documentation relating to experimental assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and multi-task assignments.
• Ability to travel to DOE enterprise sites nationwide.

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

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  This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 

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  Remote Work :

  No

  
  

  Employment Type :

  Full-time