Los Alamos National Laboratory · 21 hours ago
Quantum Research Technician for Helium Liquefaction and Condensed Matter Physics (Research Tec 2)
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Quantum Group is seeking a Research Technician 2 to support experimental research in areas related to energy, security, and basic science, focusing on the operation and maintenance of cryogenic and electro-mechanical equipment.
Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conduct high quality technical work in a safe and secure manner
Operate cryogen generating and dispensing systems and fulfill cryogenic dewar orders
Install, maintain, and repair vacuum pumps, compressors, and other electro-mechanical equipment
Participate in equipment moves, forklift and crane operation operations, materials logistics, and inventory that involve compressed gases, vacuum equipment, chemicals, cryogens, tooling, etc
Work closely with scientists, postdocs and technologists to achieve scientific and technical goals
Interface with the group and facility management to address building issues
Work with hand and machine tools. Assist with technical shop work-such as machining, plumbing, electronics, mechanical tasks, or carpentry-to support and meet project objectives
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience to ensure that all work, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and established requirements
Experience doing hands-on mechanical or technical work
Experience in the repair of equipment, for example, pumps, compressors, rotary machines, or similar machines
Experience maintaining shop organization and readiness - inventory, procurement, orderliness
Demonstrated experience working successfully in a dynamic team environment
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.) and basic computer processes
Position requires a High School diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Preferred
Experience with forklift and/or hoisting and rigging operations
Experience with machine-tooling shop equipment (manual lathe/mill, bandsaw, hydraulic press, etc.)
Basic working knowledge of physics, chemistry, mathematics, and/or engineering
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity 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)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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