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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 1 day ago

High Explosives Application Facility Senior Electronics Fabrication Technician - Active Clearance Required

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$30.48/hr - $53.36/hr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to strengthening the United States’ security through innovative solutions. They are seeking a Senior Electronics Fabrication Technician to support facility related projects and programmatic experimentation within the High Explosives Application Facility, focusing on building and refurbishing electrical and electronic assemblies.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide general fabrication of electronic and electro-mechanical components and assemblies using standard hand tools, including crimpers, cutters, and soldering irons

Complete fabrication, prototyping, and production of electro-mechanical systems and cables, as well as printed circuit board (PCB) assembly, rework and repair

Perform electrical tasks on components and systems using established work control processes, procedures and applicable safety requirements

Fabricate, assemble, disassemble and maintain electronic and electro-mechanical subsystems, working from engineering drawings, schematics, procedures, and verbal instructions

Organize and track parts and assemblies, identify and communicate discrepancies and provide feedback to engineers and other technical staff

Propose solutions and alternate approaches to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality

Maintain a high level of safety, security, and procedural compliance, including housekeeping and configuration control in fabrication and test areas

Perform advanced fabrication and electrical tasks on complex electronic and electro-mechanical systems, including planning work, selecting materials and equipment, and determining appropriate fabrication and assembly methods

Apply an advanced understanding of high-voltage circuits and safety standards to support testing, troubleshooting, and qualification of experimental and facility systems

Provide advanced technical support and limited technical leadership to engineers and senior technical staff, including assisting in planning, organizing, and leading fabrication activities

Develop, maintain, and update technical documentation

Use CAD tools to develop and interpret designs and drawings for parts and assemblies

Work with minimal supervision, managing multiple assignments, setting priorities, and coordinating work with other technicians, engineers, and facility personnel

Qualification

Electronics fabricationPCB assemblyElectro-mechanical systemsCAD toolsHigh-voltage circuitsTechnical documentationMechanical aptitudeTechnical guidanceEffective communication

Required

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

Associate's Degree in electronics or electronics manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and related experience

Intermediate understanding of hand tools and test equipment, such as digital volt meters, and other basic electronic inspection and measurement tools

Experience performing intermediate fabrication, prototyping and production of electro-mechanical systems and cables, including PCB assembly, rework & repair, and cable installation/pulls

Intermediate knowledge of electronic circuit design and operation, with the ability to troubleshoot and solve fabrication and assembly problems using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures

Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings, and work instructions, and to apply appropriate fabrication methods

Effective verbal, written and presentation communication skills

Ability to obtain and maintain Explosives Area Aware Certification