Weapons Engineering R&D Engineer 2 - Military Veterans

Job Title Weapons Engineering R&D Engineer 2
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name ALDW/Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering
Minimum Salary 101700
Maximum Salary 168200




What You Will Do

Are you ready to start your engineering career with a mission that matters? The Weapons Engineering Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking passionate entry-level/mid-level R&D Engineers to join our team and help shape the future of our nation's security. At Los Alamos National Laboratory, you will:

• Innovate and Create: Design, analyze, and build cutting-edge tools, instruments, and systems that enable researchers to explore, monitor, test, and discover both natural and man-made phenomena.
• Solve Critical Challenges: Apply engineering principles, theories, concepts, and practices to develop solutions for a broad range of technical challenges, including nuclear deterrence and threat reduction.
• Collaborate and Contribute: Work alongside integrated research and development (R&D) teams to solve complex engineering problems.
• Engage in Cutting-Edge R&D: Participate in the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering solutions that support our R&D initiatives.
• Advance Your Skills: Learn and employ advanced technologies and analysis techniques from our world-class engineering community.
• Adapt and Succeed: Thrive in a dynamic environment where you will meet evolving R&D requirements while upholding safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.

Submit one application to be considered for various R&D Engineer 2 positions across the Weapons Engineering Directorate. Eligible applicants will be included in our candidate pool which hiring managers use to fill entry-level R&D Engineer positions as needed. Learn about our Directorate, divisions, and groups on our Weapons Engineering website . Selections for this position will be finalized around late May.

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What You Need




Minimum Job Requirements:

• Engineering Foundations: Basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and practices, demonstrated through experience in researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions.
• Hands-On Project Experience: Familiarity with analysis or testing in areas such as shock, vibration, fluids, thermal, nuclear, systems, explosives, manufacturing, process, control systems, data acquisition, and data analysis, gained through class projects or similar experiences.
• Design Skills: Basic knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Effective Communication: Proven ability to articulate ideas effectively through both oral and written communication.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:




Candidates will be most competitive when they possess the following expertise:

• Programming: Computer programming skills to support engineering design, data acquisition, analysis, and machine learning projects.
• Engineering Software: Proficient in Computer Aided Design (CAD), simulation, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), or other specialized engineering software tools.
• Detail-Oriented and Safety-Focused: Dedication to precision and commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Team-Driven Success: Thrive in a collaborative team setting, dedicated to achieving outstanding results together.
• Proven Leadership: Demonstrated leadership experience that encourages others to perform at their best.
• Cumulative GPA: A GPA of 3.4 or higher is desired for this competitive position.
• Application Submission: Must submit a complete application including the following three required documents. Incomplete applications will be automatically deemed ineligible. We strongly recommend reviewing the Application and Interview Tips website before applying.
• Cover Letter: Please reference your interest in the Weapons Engineering Directorate and detail your relevant academic and work experiences, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Resume: Must include dates for all related experience.
• Current Transcript: Must include all grades earned up to the time of application and may be unofficial.

Work Environment: At Los Alamos National Laboratory we believe everyone is essential in solving global challenges. We believe inclusive diversity promotes innovation, enhances problem-solving, and make us a more successful and productive organization. Every unique voice brings something valuable to the conversation and everyone's ideas and opinions are welcome and respected. Read more about Inclusion and Diversity at Los Alamos National Laboratory .

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.

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 and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to 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 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.

Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
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