Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking qualified candidates for a Scientist 2/3 opportunity in Los Alamos, NM to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Per diem available for those who qualify.

Work Location: TA-3 - onsite

Organization/Group: Q-20-PO

Work Schedule: 9/80 A or B schedule

Travel: Domestic travel to DOE sites

Note to Applicants:

For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your experience relevant to the job requirements and desired skills stated herein, and a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications. Applications without a cover letter will not be reviewed.

Summary:

The Scientist 2/3 will lead a team responsible for developing and realizing polymer components of the W93/Mk7. As a Product Realization Team (PRT) Lead, you will work with other PRTs and the W93 Systems Engineering Director to coordinate the efforts of the LANL team designing and developing the polymer components. You will collaborate with colleagues at Production Agencies across the Nuclear Security Enterprise, particularly Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC). You will ensure the success of the team responsible for planning, managing requirements and interfaces, executing, testing, reporting status, and ultimately delivering a producible, Mark Quality design and product.

This is an opportunity to be part of the first new weapon system program in over 30 years. Q-20, W93/Mk7 Systems Development and Realization Group, defines, develops, and fields the warhead system for the newest Navy sub-launched ballistic missile weapon program. This organization supports the DoD/Navy SSP and DoE/NNSA customers in defining the mission need and corresponding technical and programmatic requirements. The W93 collaborates closely with Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and Lockheed Martin Space design agencies, developing the re-entry system, ensuring safe, secure, & reliable warhead performance and a relevant nuclear deterrent. Q-20 also incorporates the production agency teams (KCNSC, Pantex, SRS, Y-12, LANL, and SNL) tightly into the design, qualification, and realization processes.

Job Duties:

Scientist 2 level:

• Will lead the planning, execution, and status reporting for product realization of the polymer components.
• Will interface regularly with internal LANL organizations, external production agencies, and external customers to accomplish these activities.
• Q-20 Weapons Modernization
• Develop new weapons system for Los Alamos design agency
• Pre-phases / phase 3 conceptual design/qualification testing for new program
• Polymers PRT team- Engineering Pads, cushions, soft materials
• Presenting on the system as a whole during Quarterly Reviews

In addition to Scientist 2 activities, a Scientist 3 level:

• May perform cross-cutting work across the several polymer PRTs, coordination with QTE (Qualification, Test, and Evaluation) and requirements evaluation and revision.
• Will provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff supporting these efforts.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Scientist 2:

• Significant knowledge and experience in one or more technical research and development disciplines. Demonstrated understanding of principles of scientific integrity.
• Significant knowledge and experience in developing and implementing technical research and development projects, including the formulation and testing of hypotheses, investigation of alternative solutions, and recommendation of solutions to technical problems
• Significant knowledge and experience in formulating and presenting results to technical audiences and readerships. Significant knowledge and experience of appropriate safe practices for technical work.
• Solves complex problems with multiple variables. Uses new techniques and unconventional methods when necessary
• Software knowledge: Office/Engineering software (Matlab or similar engineering software)

Additional Job Requirements for Scientist 3:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to work, influence, and lead in an R&D team environment consisting of diverse and multi-talented scientists, engineers, technicians, and operations personnel, including demonstrated ability to successfully mentor early career staff.
• Collaboration: Demonstrated record of developing and leading successful cross-organizational teams to solve complex problems.
• Engineering Design: Thorough knowledge of and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing technical requirements, specifications, plans, reports, and procedures related to product realization.
• Networking and Communication: Demonstrated experience in interacting and integrating effectively with external and internal interfaces (to include DoD, NNSA, and other agencies); building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts while nurturing relationships. Demonstrated experience developing and implementing solutions in a collaborative, team environment. Effective communication with the Program Level PRT Lead, Systems Engineers, Program Office, Electrical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Project Controls, and Test Technicians on development progress and issues.
• Program Management: Excellent project management skills, as demonstrated by experience overseeing and completing highly complex/high-profile projects on schedule and within allocated budget.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in one or more technical research and disciplines.
• Adherence to and advocacy for principles of scientific integrity.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in developing and implementing technical research and development projects, including the formulation and testing of hypotheses, investigation of alternative solutions, and recommendation of solutions to technical problems.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in formulating and presenting results to technical audiences and readerships.
• Thorough knowledge and experience of appropriate safe practices for technical work.

Education:

Level 2: Bachelor’ degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience, typically with research experience at a university or national lab, or equivalent experience directly related to the occupation.

Level 3: Master’s degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 6 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with nuclear weapon system design and engineering, particularly US Navy systems.
• Experience with nuclear weapon development, qualification, certification, assembly/production, or surveillance.
• A science or engineering degree in a chemical, polymer or material-based field, for example, chemistry or material science and engineering.
• A demonstrated knowledge of chemical sciences and the ability to evaluate scientific data collected from material experiments. Understanding of material interactions, particularly polymer aging and compatibility.
• A firm knowledge of GD&T and the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and interfaces.
• A demonstrated understanding of requirements engineering, creating, validating and verifying requirements.
• Familiarity with DPBPS (Defense Programs Business Process System).
• Experience with product realization from conceptual designs through to qualified production.
• Software knowledge: SAP/ Confluence/ Microsoft SharePoint
• Past lab experience is a plus.
• Material Science knowledge.

Other Job Requirements:

• United States Citizenship
• Active Q Clearance, equivalent DoD clearance, or the ability to obtain a Q Clearance.

If you are interested in being considered for this position and your resume clearly outlines your relevant experience for this position, please follow the application steps via our website: www.edgewatertech.net/careers

Edgewater will not submit your resume without first having detailed discussions with you and obtaining your permission to do so. We look forward to hearing from you!

WORKING WITH EDGEWATER TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES

Founded in 2003, Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC (Edgewater) is a New Mexico-based small business headquartered in Los Alamos, NM, with five (5) regional offices across the United States to locally support their growing presence at project sites. Edgewater has a proven track record and is a trusted provider of fixed-price construction projects, engineering, and technical services for the Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DOD), National Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Canadian Commercial Nuclear Industry, and private sector commercial contractors involved in nuclear, high-hazard, or complex operations. Edgewater’s experience and guidance ensure that its customers perform hazardous operations, comply with regulatory requirements, and maintain the highest quality and safety standards.

Originally founded to support the Los Alamos National Laboratory, Edgewater now supports customers across the U.S. and Canada. Edgewater has five offices, with corporate headquarters in Los Alamos, NM and regional offices in Carlsbad, NM; Oak Ridge, TN; Aiken, SC; and Richland, WA.

Edgewater is committed to recruiting and maintaining a staff of highly skilled professionals to support our customers. In keeping with this objective, we offer highly competitive salaries and employee benefit packages structured to best suit your needs. We offer multiple individual and family benefit options including paid time off, medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance, and a pre- and post-tax 401 (k) retirement account with Company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning DAY 1.

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Edgewater is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veterans, or individuals with disabilities in accordance with EO 14173.

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