Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 hours ago
Systems Engineer 2 (R&D Engineer 2)
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
4+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The PRRO is seeking experienced Systems Engineers to provide comprehensive engineering analysis support for plutonium production activities, focusing on modeling and optimization of production processes and providing analytical support for tooling and equipment design.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Detailed modeling and optimization of critical production processes including metal refining, melting, casting, heat treatment, forming, machining, and welding
Comprehensive analytical support for the design and development of production tooling, fixtures, and specialized process equipment
Tackling a wide range of complex problems, from simple hand calculations to highly sophisticated system-of-systems analyses
Completing and documenting all work within cost and schedule constraints
Presenting your findings for peer review and providing feedback on other engineer's work
Providing detailed analyses that will cover a wide range of difficult problems requiring solutions that are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organizational objectives
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in applying fundamental techniques and engineering best practices
Demonstrated experience in complex modeling and simulation (SysML, SymPy, etc.)
Ability to conduct, validate and interpret results of failure mode and effects analyses, fault tree analyses, etc
Demonstrated ability to document technical results in a formal method/format
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Strong presentation skills
Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which requires US citizenship
Position requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
A Master's or PhD Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution
Familiarity with Models Based Systems Engineering, SysML language is preferred
Proficient understanding of the systems engineering fundamentals
Demonstrated experience in applying operations research techniques to describe and refine complex operations
Understanding of validation and verification methods
Proficiency utilizing Python, MatLab. Etc
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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