Overview
On Site
USD 94,500.00 - 154,600.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Mentorship
Functional Requirements
Specification Gathering
Training
Documentation
Communication
Technical Drafting
Inspection
Research and Development
GD&T
ISO 9000
AS9100
Aerospace
Manufacturing
Regulatory Compliance
Management
Russian
Research
Science
PPO
Health Insurance
Network
Insurance
RADIUS
Authorization
Security Clearance
Design Of Experiments
Testing
Law
LOS
Recruiting
Job Details
Description
Job Title R&D Engineer 1/2
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name 5E120B
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
J oin the Weapons Production Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) as a Quality Product Verifier-a critical role with a clear path for development and advancement. If you're an engineer with a background in quality, manufacturing, or compliance-and a passion for precision-this is your opportunity to step into a role that directly supports national security.
You'll receive structured training and mentorship in unique nuclear product acceptance protocols and DOE/NNSA requirements, gaining qualifications that are highly respected across the national security complex.
As a Quality Product Verifier, you will:
You'll begin by supporting experienced verifiers and grow into a certifying authority with broad responsibility and visibility.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
R&D Engineer 1 - ($94,500 - $154,600)
R&D Engineer 2 - ($104,100 - $172,200)
In addition to the above minimum requirements:
Education/Experience:
Desired Qualifications:
Work Environment:
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.
Note to Applicants:
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 ("" 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.
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 ship 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 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 or call opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
Job Title R&D Engineer 1/2
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name 5E120B
Minimum Salary
Maximum Salary
What You Will Do
J oin the Weapons Production Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) as a Quality Product Verifier-a critical role with a clear path for development and advancement. If you're an engineer with a background in quality, manufacturing, or compliance-and a passion for precision-this is your opportunity to step into a role that directly supports national security.
You'll receive structured training and mentorship in unique nuclear product acceptance protocols and DOE/NNSA requirements, gaining qualifications that are highly respected across the national security complex.
As a Quality Product Verifier, you will:
- Independently review and evaluate final products, ensuring they meet design, performance, and quality requirements
- Compare production records and quality evidence against technical specifications, drawings, and regulatory criteria
- Formally certify products on behalf of LANL and present them to customers from the DOE/NNSA
- Serve as a liaison between LANL and its customers during product inspections and acceptance reviews
- Participate in delegated inspection and stamping activities (training and certification provided)
- Contribute to documentation, procedure development, and quality system improvement
You'll begin by supporting experienced verifiers and grow into a certifying authority with broad responsibility and visibility.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
R&D Engineer 1 - ($94,500 - $154,600)
- 2+ years of experience applying engineering, scientific, or mathematical principles in manufacturing, quality, or inspection
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Experience reviewing technical or quality data against defined criteria
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across teams and customers
R&D Engineer 2 - ($104,100 - $172,200)
In addition to the above minimum requirements:
- Experience drafting or maintaining inspection or quality procedures
- Familiarity with formal product acceptance processes in regulated industries
Education/Experience:
- R&D Eng. 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution related to the occupation combined with 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation.
- R&D Eng. 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and 4 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
- Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar standards
- Experience in nuclear, aerospace, or defense manufacturing
- Exposure to regulatory or customer-driven quality compliance
- DOE "Q" clearance (active or previously held)
Work Environment:
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.
Note to Applicants:
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 ("" 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.
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 ship 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 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 or call opt. 3.
Employment Status Full Time
Appointment Type Regular
Regular
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