CMM Programmer / Dimensional Inspector (QA / QC Inspector 3 / 4)

CMM Programmer / Dimensional Inspector (QA / QC Inspector 3 / 4)

Overview

The Prototype Fabrication Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory provides technical experience and proficiency in machining, fabrication and precision dimensional inspection of critical hardware needed to support the nation's nuclear stockpile stewardship efforts. The selected candidate(s) will be joining a dedicated staff of engineers, programmers, journeymen machinists, and quality control professionals to ensure manufactured components meet drawing standards and requirements. The successful applicant(s) will join the Prototype Fabrication-Applied Metrology Group's Dimensional Inspection Team. This capability spans across four environmentally controlled laboratories, supporting dimensional inspections of conventional material, depleted uranium, and beryllium fabricated components. The dimensional inspection team supports both prototype and high rigor, formalized production agency inspection processes. Responsibilities include, demonstrated use and understanding of Material and Test Equipment (M&TE) typically located in a high accuracy / high precession dimensional inspection laboratory.

What You Will Do

QA / QC Inspector 3

Salary : $64,700 - $101,400

• Strong application of shop mathematics, unit conversions, and trigonometry.
• Intermediate knowledge required to read a drawing having Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and interpretation for dimensional inspection implementation.
• Verbal and written communication skills required to prepare and explain detailed inspection reports per inspection work requests, or production procedures.
• With intermediate / advanced knowledge, ensures proper control, calibration, use and selection of Materials and Test Equipment (M&TE) based on acceptance criteria : to include Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs), height gages, surface plates, surface analyzers, optical comparators, thread gages, indicators, rotary tables etc.
• The demonstrated ability to troubleshoot existing CMM part programs, modify existing programs and write / develop intermediate part programs.

QA / QC Inspector 4

Salary : $78,700 - $125,100

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the candidate(s) shall have advanced coordinate measuring machine (CMM) programming capability. This is the ability to develop / write complex part programs with enough detail and direction for use by others. When necessary, the selected candidate will directly interface with customers from other disciplines and departments to provide consultations on inspection procedures based on customer driven needs to ensure final product success.

Education / Experience

Lower level : Position requires an Associate's Degree or formal Machinist Apprenticeship Program and 2 years of experience in equivalent machining, inspection, examination, or test activities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Higher level : Position requires an Associate's Degree or formal Machinist Apprenticeship Program and 4 years of experience in equivalent machining, inspection, examination, or test activities; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

Essential Job Functions

Reading vision, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 Hz), sitting, standing, bending, twisting the trunk or back, reaching horizontally, reaching down, gripping with the hands, applying torque with hands or arms, pressing with hands or arms, pushing with hands or arms, pulling with hands or arms, typing or keyboarding, fine motor control, use of both hands, use of both arms, lifting 30+ pounds.

Work Environment

Working overtime or irregular schedule, operation of specialized equipment, operation of motor vehicles, work near electrical power supplies, work near sources of non-ionizing radiation, work with weapons or weapons components, work near machinery with moving parts, safety glasses, eye protection, safety shoes or protective footgear.

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

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 ("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.

Directive 206.2

Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This applies to US citizens; foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance

Position requires a Q clearance. 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. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization 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.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. 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, veteran status, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits of federal, state, and local laws. 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.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing and Research Services

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