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

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We have an opening for a Senior Electronics Fabrication Technician to support facility related projects and programmatic experimentation within the High Explosives Application Facility (HEAF). In this role, you will build and refurbish electrical and electronic assemblies, cables, and circuit boards, integrate and install complex electronic components and subsystems, and support new and ongoing SD facility upgrades. This position is in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate.

The position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.

You will 

• 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.

Additional job responsibilities, at the 532.3 level

• 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.

• 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.

Additional qualifications at the 532.3 level

• Advanced skills and understanding of fabrication, assembly, installation, inspection, and quality control for complex electronic and electo-optic systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision, establish or modify guidelines and techniques within defined scope, and set priorities for multiple assignments.
• Experience maintaining complex technical documentation for experimental or facility assemblies, including procedures, manuals, qualification and configuration records.
• Advanced experience with CAD tools, strong ability to generate detailed 2D fabrication and assembly drawings from engineering models or design intent.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical guidance, mentoring, or informal leadership to other technicians or technical staff.

Qualifications We Desire

• Mechanical aptitude and fabrication skills (e.g., Drill Press, Punch, Shear, Band Saw, etc.).
• Experience with PLC Systems and I/O Drops.
• Familiarization with Engineering Design Safety Standards (DSS) Manual.

Pay Range

$43.55 - $53.36 Hourly for the 532.2 level

$52.23 - $63.97 Hourly for the 532.3 level

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. 

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
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• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

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

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