DARHT Gamma Ray Camera Operator; Engineered Systems Tec

What You Will Do

Join the DARHT Experiments and Radiographic Science (J-4) Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory and contribute to a multidisciplinary team that fields large-scale, integrated hydrodynamic weapons experiments at the Dual-Axis Radiographic Hydrodynamic Test Facility (DARHT)-the world's premier hydrotesting facility.

As part of our radiography team, you will help design, field, analyze, and document the radiographic aspects of hydrodynamic tests that are essential to the Laboratory's national security mission. This work involves use of MeV radiography, advanced optics, electronics, and state-of-the-art radiographic diagnostics, as well as close collaboration with scientists, engineers, mathematicians, technicians, IT professionals, designers, and external partners from diverse backgrounds.

You will also assist in the operation of gamma-ray camera (GRC) systems and in the execution of complex hydrodynamic experiments.

J Division fosters a culture rooted in mutual trust, interdependent teaming, and shared success. We value innovation, creative problem-solving, and operational excellence. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, technically rigorous data to our partners, making this role an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about impactful science and dedicated to national service.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

Physical and Operational Tasks
Ability to perform hands-on operational tasks, including lifting and moving heavy objects; entering confined spaces such as experimental vessels; preparing and shipping hardware; managing and organizing experimental components; coordinating work with the machine shop; supporting logistics for experiment setup and teardown; and maintaining accurate inventories of parts, tools, and materials.

Basic Mechanical Skills
Proficiency with common mechanical tools and practices, including the use of calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, Allen/hex keys, and standard hand tools. Ability to measure, fit, assemble, and adjust mechanical components with precision, and to follow mechanical drawings and tolerances during fabrication or setup

Familiarity with Basic Electronic Instrumentation and Computer Data Acquisition
Demonstrated experience using computerized data acquisition or control systems, including associated software. For example, using a computer-based system to acquire data from a camera. Experience with troubleshooting or debugging electronics, software, or mechanical issues.

Team Dynamics
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of technicians, engineers, and scientists. Strong communication skills at all organizational levels, along with the ingenuity, creativity, and independence needed to support multiple concurrent tasks.

Clearance
Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance and Sigma 15 authorization, which typically requires U.S. citizenship.

Education/

Experience:

Position require an Associates' Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, additional training and/or certification may be expected.

Desired

Qualifications:

Experimental Test Setup and Fielding
Demonstrated experience in the design, construction, testing, and fielding of hardware used to acquire experimental data. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• Setting up and fielding radiographic systems such as medical x-ray equipment.
• Fielding optical components-including lenses and mirrors-and performing precise optical alignment.
• Designing and fabricating mechanical support systems for experimental setups.
• Developing solutions to technical problems and troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems.
• Using machining tools or working with machinists to translate designs into functional parts.
• Reading engineering drawings and schematics and assembling components into complete systems.

Basic Electronics
Understanding of fundamental electronics, including the ability to read electrical schematics and identify electronic components both physically and on schematic diagrams. Familiarity with electronic fabrication, parts layout, and wire routing. Ability to use basic electronic instruments such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.

Computed Tomography, Radiography, High-Speed Imaging, or Optics
Experience with the principles and operation of x-ray detectors and imaging systems. Examples include:

• Medical x-ray imaging or diagnostics
• Amorphous silicon flat-panel detectors, phosphor image plates, and x-ray sources
• Operation of high-speed camera systems
• Field setup of optical components such as lenses, mirrors, pellicles, and beam splitters

Clearance
An active DOE Q clearance.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Binocular vision, Reading vision, Distance vision, Ability to speak, Ability to discriminate speech, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 Hz), Ability to hear…