Systems Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 )
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Description
Job Title Systems Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 )
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name PIE-DO/Plutonium Infrastructure Engineering Division Office
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 1 or Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 2 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.
Are you driven by curiosity, fueled by innovation, and ready to be at the heart of cutting-edge technology? Join us as a Systems Engineer for the Plutonium Infrastructure Engineering Division (PIE-DO) and become a key player in creating the future of nuclear systems engineering at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). If you're eager to apply your engineering knowledge, collaborate with industry experts, and solve complex national security challenges with real-world impact, this is your launchpad. Here, you'll gain hands-on experience, contribute to critical projects, and grow alongside leaders in the field. Excellence isn't just encouraged-it's expected. If you're motivated, meticulous, and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team.
PIE-DO at LANL develops, maintains, and applies a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative systems engineering solutions in support of the Laboratory's Plutonium Facilities. PIE-DO is responsible for implementing the Conduct of Engineering (COE) Systems Engineering program on Division projects. The program elements support Verification and Validation (V&V) activities that are generally applicable throughout the life cycle of a facility. They exist to effectively manage risks and satisfy customer requirements in a safe, secure, cost effective, and environmentally responsible manner.
Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 1 $94,500 - $154,600
The Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the design solution fully meets its requirements and design intent. Systems engineers help develop and manage requirements, requirements traceability reports, V&V plans, qualification plans, and test and acceptance documentation. Systems Engineers apply system thinking to solve problems, integrate, and maximize the performance of complex projects throughout their life cycles, from conceptual design to closeout.
At PIE-DO, Systems Engineers are working on cutting edge projects for new technologies and facilities. The average day involves collaborating with project managers, a multidisciplinary team of engineers, quality experts, and subject matter experts to support the project's execution. The System Engineer 1 level will require a basic understanding of systems engineering principles and have the aptitude to apply these principles in the execution of the job.
Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 2 $104,100 - 172,200
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, the Systems Engineer 2 level will require a demonstrated history applying systems engineering principles on the job. The Systems Engineer 2 level will also independently apply systems engineering principles throughout the project lifecycle, lead development and review of requirements for new systems and modifications, and recommend enhancements to current systems engineering processes, including proactively addressing lessons learned from operational feedback or task retrospectives.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Systems Engineering Principles: Basic understanding of systems development and general engineering principles with an aptitude in reading and understanding engineering standards and codes, documents, drawings, and specifications.
Communication: Ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions across multiple roles and technology areas, including management, customers, craft personnel, and staff of varied technical expertise.
Collaboration: Aptitude in collaborative problem solving to resolve engineering issues on projects that include both nuclear and non-nuclear structures, systems, and components.
Microsoft (MS) Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office Products including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
Adept Learner: Ability to attain the Associate Systems Engineering Professional certification from the International Council on Systems Engineers (INCOSE) within 18 months of employment.
Additional Job Requirements for higher level title:
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, the Systems Engineer 2 level will require a demonstrated understanding of systems engineering principles and have applied these principles on the job.
Systems Engineering Principles: Demonstrated ability to research archived documentation, understanding of systems development and general engineering principles with an aptitude in reading and understanding engineering documents, drawings, and specifications.
Engineering Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading others to solve engineering, scientific, and other technical problems through resolution activities.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and 2 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Desired Qualifications:
Infrastructure Experience: Design, construction, or field engineering experience on facility operation projects.
Systems Engineering Experience: Understanding the nature of system engineering, requirement traceability, V&V, risk analysis, and technical documentation.
Requirements Management Experience: Background with requirements traceability reports, verification/validation plans, qualification plans, and other design documentation that ensure the design meets project requirements.
Engineering Codes: Familiar with Chapter 20 of the LANL Engineering Standards, others engineering standards, and COE. Familiar with relevant industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) codes and standards.
Training/Certification:
Note to Applicants:
Essential Job Functions; General Physical Mobility, standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending. Specific Physical Mobility use of both hands, use of both arms, use of both legs, use of both feet, carry/lift up to 20 pounds.
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.
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:
Additional Details
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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
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 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.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Jacquez, Timothy
Email tjacquez@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Job Title Systems Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 )
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name PIE-DO/Plutonium Infrastructure Engineering Division Office
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 1 or Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 2 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.
Are you driven by curiosity, fueled by innovation, and ready to be at the heart of cutting-edge technology? Join us as a Systems Engineer for the Plutonium Infrastructure Engineering Division (PIE-DO) and become a key player in creating the future of nuclear systems engineering at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). If you're eager to apply your engineering knowledge, collaborate with industry experts, and solve complex national security challenges with real-world impact, this is your launchpad. Here, you'll gain hands-on experience, contribute to critical projects, and grow alongside leaders in the field. Excellence isn't just encouraged-it's expected. If you're motivated, meticulous, and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team.
PIE-DO at LANL develops, maintains, and applies a diverse set of engineering capabilities to provide innovative systems engineering solutions in support of the Laboratory's Plutonium Facilities. PIE-DO is responsible for implementing the Conduct of Engineering (COE) Systems Engineering program on Division projects. The program elements support Verification and Validation (V&V) activities that are generally applicable throughout the life cycle of a facility. They exist to effectively manage risks and satisfy customer requirements in a safe, secure, cost effective, and environmentally responsible manner.
Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 1 $94,500 - $154,600
The Systems Engineer is responsible for ensuring that the design solution fully meets its requirements and design intent. Systems engineers help develop and manage requirements, requirements traceability reports, V&V plans, qualification plans, and test and acceptance documentation. Systems Engineers apply system thinking to solve problems, integrate, and maximize the performance of complex projects throughout their life cycles, from conceptual design to closeout.
At PIE-DO, Systems Engineers are working on cutting edge projects for new technologies and facilities. The average day involves collaborating with project managers, a multidisciplinary team of engineers, quality experts, and subject matter experts to support the project's execution. The System Engineer 1 level will require a basic understanding of systems engineering principles and have the aptitude to apply these principles in the execution of the job.
Nuclear Facilities Systems Engineer 2 $104,100 - 172,200
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, the Systems Engineer 2 level will require a demonstrated history applying systems engineering principles on the job. The Systems Engineer 2 level will also independently apply systems engineering principles throughout the project lifecycle, lead development and review of requirements for new systems and modifications, and recommend enhancements to current systems engineering processes, including proactively addressing lessons learned from operational feedback or task retrospectives.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Systems Engineering Principles: Basic understanding of systems development and general engineering principles with an aptitude in reading and understanding engineering standards and codes, documents, drawings, and specifications.
Communication: Ability to effectively communicate engineering solutions across multiple roles and technology areas, including management, customers, craft personnel, and staff of varied technical expertise.
Collaboration: Aptitude in collaborative problem solving to resolve engineering issues on projects that include both nuclear and non-nuclear structures, systems, and components.
Microsoft (MS) Proficiency: Proficiency in MS Office Products including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
Adept Learner: Ability to attain the Associate Systems Engineering Professional certification from the International Council on Systems Engineers (INCOSE) within 18 months of employment.
Additional Job Requirements for higher level title:
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level, the Systems Engineer 2 level will require a demonstrated understanding of systems engineering principles and have applied these principles on the job.
Systems Engineering Principles: Demonstrated ability to research archived documentation, understanding of systems development and general engineering principles with an aptitude in reading and understanding engineering documents, drawings, and specifications.
Engineering Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading others to solve engineering, scientific, and other technical problems through resolution activities.
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and 2 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university and a minimum of 3 years of practical work experience necessary to perform the responsibilities outlined above. Advanced engineering or technical degree is highly desired.
Desired Qualifications:
Infrastructure Experience: Design, construction, or field engineering experience on facility operation projects.
Systems Engineering Experience: Understanding the nature of system engineering, requirement traceability, V&V, risk analysis, and technical documentation.
Requirements Management Experience: Background with requirements traceability reports, verification/validation plans, qualification plans, and other design documentation that ensure the design meets project requirements.
Engineering Codes: Familiar with Chapter 20 of the LANL Engineering Standards, others engineering standards, and COE. Familiar with relevant industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) codes and standards.
Training/Certification:
- Current registration as an Engineer in Training (EIT) and or Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable. Systems Engineering Professional Certification from INCOSE at the Associate or Certified level or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Systems Engineering Certificates from other institutions are also desirable.
- Software Familiarity: Familiarity in systems modeling language or requirements management tools such as DOORS®, Innoslate®, etc. is highly desirable. Knowledge of Modeling software such as AutoCAD®, SolidWorks®, CATIA®, Navisworks®, etc. is highly desirable.
Note to Applicants:
- For full consideration please provide a detailed cover letter and resume addressing how you meet the minimum requirements and desired qualifications.
- 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.
Essential Job Functions; General Physical Mobility, standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending. Specific Physical Mobility use of both hands, use of both arms, use of both legs, use of both feet, carry/lift up to 20 pounds.
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.
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)
Additional Details
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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
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 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.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Contact Details
Contact Name Jacquez, Timothy
Email tjacquez@lanl.gov
Work Telephone
JOB SUMMARY
Systems Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 )
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos
16 hours ago
N/A
Full-time
Systems Engineer (Nuclear Facilities Engineer 1/2 )