What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dimensional Metrologist (Process and Sampling Tec 3/4) position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Process and Sampling Technician 3 or 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join Los Alamos National Laboratory and support the National Science and Security Mission as a metrologist in the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Metrology Program and Calibration Laboratory (MP&CL). The MP&CL is an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory providing traceable calibrations and metrology program support to LANL programs and organizations. The MP&CL is committed to providing excellent customer service achieved through dedication to our employees and continuous organizational learning. We are looking for an enthusiastic employee who has a passion for the field of metrology and commitment to excellence. Apply to become a valued member of our team!
Process and Sampling Technician 3 ($59,200 - $91,600)
The successful candidate performs a broad range of calibration on measuring and test equipment (M&TE) in the Dimensional area. Provides support of accreditation, bench operability, and/or quality control efforts. Applies calibration experience to collaboratively solve calibration issues and equipment troubleshooting. This position requires advanced calibration experience.
Process and Sampling Technician 4 ($71,200 - $112,900)
In addition to the duties outlined above, the Process and Sampling Tec 4 will be required to perform or manage the setup, calibration, operation, and maintenance of a wide variety of precise and complex equipment. They will develop advanced calibration and/or measurement techniques for new or one-of-a-kind instruments, equipment, and/or systems. Accurately perform, review, and validate calibration calculations such as uncertainties and Test-Uncertainty-Ratios (TURs), and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of sophisticated scope and complexity. They will also support A2LA Accredited activities by collecting calibration data and developing, reviewing, validating procedures and/or calculations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Process and Sampling Technician 4 level requires:
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 5 years of experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Skills
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the Process and Sampling Technician 3 or 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Join Los Alamos National Laboratory and support the National Science and Security Mission as a metrologist in the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) Metrology Program and Calibration Laboratory (MP&CL). The MP&CL is an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory providing traceable calibrations and metrology program support to LANL programs and organizations. The MP&CL is committed to providing excellent customer service achieved through dedication to our employees and continuous organizational learning. We are looking for an enthusiastic employee who has a passion for the field of metrology and commitment to excellence. Apply to become a valued member of our team!
Process and Sampling Technician 3 ($59,200 - $91,600)
The successful candidate performs a broad range of calibration on measuring and test equipment (M&TE) in the Dimensional area. Provides support of accreditation, bench operability, and/or quality control efforts. Applies calibration experience to collaboratively solve calibration issues and equipment troubleshooting. This position requires advanced calibration experience.
Process and Sampling Technician 4 ($71,200 - $112,900)
In addition to the duties outlined above, the Process and Sampling Tec 4 will be required to perform or manage the setup, calibration, operation, and maintenance of a wide variety of precise and complex equipment. They will develop advanced calibration and/or measurement techniques for new or one-of-a-kind instruments, equipment, and/or systems. Accurately perform, review, and validate calibration calculations such as uncertainties and Test-Uncertainty-Ratios (TURs), and provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of sophisticated scope and complexity. They will also support A2LA Accredited activities by collecting calibration data and developing, reviewing, validating procedures and/or calculations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements
- Experience performing calibrations in a laboratory environment with an ability to adjust M&TE.
- Strong understanding of the major elements of a calibration.
- Experience in following administrative, quality, and technical procedures.
- Familiarity in monitoring calibration equipment trends to identify performance issues.
- Familiarity with measurement uncertainties, Test Uncertainty Ratios, and guard banding principles.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collective team.
- Ability to obtain a DOE "Q" Clearance, which normally requires U.S. Citizenship.
In addition to the Job Requirements outlined above, qualification at the Process and Sampling Technician 4 level requires:
- Demonstrated skill in conceptualizing and communicating major elements of dimensional calibrations.
- Demonstrated skill in preparation and presentation of test-measurement results.
- Demonstrated experience with precision, accuracy, and bias values.
- Demonstrated experience in resolving measurement issues by conducting research and investigating alternative solutions.
- Experience monitoring the performance of instruments for trends that may require the recalibration or servicing of the instrument.
- Knowledge and experience in working to ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires an Associate's Degree and 5 years of experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Skills
- Ability to go on occasional domestic travel.
- Knowledge of Indysoft or other calibration-related Laboratory Information Management Systems.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- 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)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Salary : $59,200 - $91,600
