What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Mill/Turn Machinist (Machinist 4/5) position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
What You Will Do
Prototype Fabrication (PF) Division is seeking qualified Senior Mill/Turn Machinists to provide machining support for the machining of components vital to the Lab's mission.
PF machinists manufacture parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating manual and CNC mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines. Machinists work from complex drawings, sketches, and CAD models. They will manufacture complex parts made from common and exotic materials with precise tolerances.
The selected candidate will work in a team environment in both classified and unclassified work areas to provide fabrication services for a variety of customers both internal and external to Los Alamos National Laboratory. Our team is committed to a respectful and safe workplace for everyone.
Machinist, Level 4 ($78,700 - $125,100)
Machinist, Level 5 ($85,900 - $139,900)
In addition to the skills outlined below, level 5 candidates must meet the following:
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Skills
Education/Experience (Level 5): Associate degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies OR equivalent precision metalworking program AND 10 years of experience OR 12 years prototype experience OR Journeyperson qualification program AND 10 years of experience.
Desired Qualifications:
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.
Note to Applicants:
Please provide a comprehensive resume that outlines how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed above.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
Questions? Please contact LANL Recruiter Sarita Montano at saritam@lanl.gov.
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.
Prototype Fabrication (PF) Division is seeking qualified Senior Mill/Turn Machinists to provide machining support for the machining of components vital to the Lab's mission.
PF machinists manufacture parts and assemblies by programming, setting up, and operating manual and CNC mills, lathes, and wire EDM machines. Machinists work from complex drawings, sketches, and CAD models. They will manufacture complex parts made from common and exotic materials with precise tolerances.
The selected candidate will work in a team environment in both classified and unclassified work areas to provide fabrication services for a variety of customers both internal and external to Los Alamos National Laboratory. Our team is committed to a respectful and safe workplace for everyone.
Machinist, Level 4 ($78,700 - $125,100)
Machinist, Level 5 ($85,900 - $139,900)
In addition to the skills outlined below, level 5 candidates must meet the following:
- Expert level knowledge in the development of machining processes, including fixturing and tooling design and selection.
- Expert application of CAD/CAM in a manufacturing environment, preferably utilizing SolidWorks and MasterCam
- Expert knowledge of the proper application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to ASME Y14.5 standard
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Skills
- Advance knowledge in the setup and operation of Mill/Turn CNC machine tools to produce parts with a high degree of difficulty and tight tolerances.
- Advance knowledge in applied shop mathematics.
- Advance knowledge in the development of machining processes, including fixturing and tooling design and selection.
- Advance knowledge in precision measurements on parts using inspection equipment.
- Advanced application of CAD/CAM in a manufacturing environment, preferably utilizing SolidWorks and MasterCam
- Advanced knowledge of the proper application and interpretation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) to ASME Y14.5 standard
- Ability to communicate effectively and work successfully as part of a team!
- Follow guidelines for working safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated record of dependability, reliability, and commitment to the long-term needs of the job duties and programmatic goals of the organization.
Education/Experience (Level 5): Associate degree (AAS) in Machining Technologies OR equivalent precision metalworking program AND 10 years of experience OR 12 years prototype experience OR Journeyperson qualification program AND 10 years of experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience working with engineers to optimize product design in support of manufacturability.
- Demonstrated experience mentoring and supervising machinists.
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.
Note to Applicants:
Please provide a comprehensive resume that outlines how you meet the minimum and desired qualifications listed above.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
Questions? Please contact LANL Recruiter Sarita Montano at saritam@lanl.gov.
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 : $78,700 - $125,100
