Mechanical Technologist National Ignition Facility

We have multiple openings for Mechanical Technologists to support the projects within the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science (NIF&PS) Directorate. You will develop test troubleshoot evaluate operate and maintain experimental research and prototype equipment associated with mechanical systems within NIF & PS. These positions are in the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.

These positions require full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

In this role you will 

• Fabricate assemble and disassemble moderately complex but extremely precise mechanical components and systems.
• Operate related equipment hand tools and measuring instruments.
• Provide general technical support for a wide variety of activities including vacuum electrical and plumbing/cooling installations. 
• Perform routine assembly and maintenance of moderately complex equipment.
• Prepare and work from instructional guides for assembling repairing calibrating operating and maintaining equipment and systems.
• Test diagnose maintain and repair moderately complex pressure systems instrumentation control and test equipment.
• Apply intermediate knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes in the solution of moderately complex mechanical problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Associate degree in mechanical industrial manufacturing or related field or equivalent combination of education and previous relevant experience.
• Experience in mechanical fabricating and/or assembly.
• Intermediate knowledge of electro-mechanical technology.
• Experience working with pressurized systems and leak testing equipment.
• Experience in mechanical design fabrication and opto-mechanical mechanisms.
• Experience in safe work and business practices.
• Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Effective communication skills with ability to present concepts and ideas in a clear and coherent manner.
• Ability to lift 25 a safe and controlled manner.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience in 3D CAD machining mechanical assembly and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Experience in the operation of precision systems/ mechanisms.

Pay Range

$43.55 - $53.36 Hourly

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to specific competencies relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills seniority geographic location performance and business or organizational needs.

Additional Information :

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Position Information

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

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• Relocation Assistance
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• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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  Remote Work :

  No

  
  

  Employment Type :

  Full-time