Los Alamos National Laboratory · 19 hours ago
Fabrication/Machinist Technologist (Research Technologist 1)
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$86K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking an experienced machinist or fabrication technologist to perform advanced fabrication work in support of engineering, science, and national security missions.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Fabricate high-precision parts and assemblies using manual, CNC, and advanced manufacturing techniques, ensuring safety and security compliance and stopping work if conditions are unsafe
Program, set up, and operate manual and CNC mills, lathes, 3D additive manufacturing systems, and general machine shop tooling, applying GD&T principles and in-process inspection techniques
Interact with customers, engineers, and project teams to clarify requirements, communicate technical constraints, and deliver complete hardware, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives
Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing techniques and processes, estimate time and resources required for new fabrication and manufacturing tasks, and serve as a task lead for specific fabrication or manufacturing efforts
Prepare and review fabrication and shop documentation, contributing to the development of fabrication specifications and verifying that completed hardware meets design intent and quality expectations
Qualification
Required
Advanced knowledge in machining and manufacturing acquired through experience, certification, and/or formal education
Demonstrated expertise in CNC programming and operation, including 5-axis machining
Knowledge of materials commonly used in precision fabrication
Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, inspection methods, and quality assurance practices
Familiarity with conventional and advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing
Experience estimating scope of work, duration, and resource requirements for manufacturing tasks
The ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Experience fabricating aluminum, steels, tungsten, tantalum, and brass
Active Q Clearance
Journeyman Machinist Certification
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
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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