Static/Dynamic Structures Scientist (Scientist 3/4)

What You Will DoThis position will be filled at either the Scientist 3/4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.The Integrated Weapons Experiments (J) Division, Dynamic Structure Design, Engineering, and Vessel Operations (J-2) Group is looking for an experienced Hydrodynamic and Structural Analyst to support the group's diverse analysis and design responsibilities. Put your scientific talents to good use by joining J-2, a world-class R&D group that supports the Laboratory's mission of Stockpile Stewardship.The selected candidate will work within our group's multi discipline engineering teams by performing static and dynamic analysis for structures, fatigue and detailed stress analysis, and shock and fragment evaluations on impulsively loaded structures and components. This will include performing numerical engineering analysis such as finite element analysis (FEA) using ABAQUS software, Hydrocode analysis using codes such as Autodyne or CTH, and design visualization using CAD based modeling in packages such as Solid Works and/or CREO. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to interface with multiple programs as well as field testing and diagnostics to validate models.What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:Scientist 3 ($122,300 - 206,300)Analysis: Demonstrated experience with Implicit and Explicit Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods and tools (e.g. ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS-DYNA) and/or Hydrodynamic analysis tools (e.g. CTH, AUTODYN). Demonstrated experience performing classical and numerical engineering analysis of simple and complex structures, systems and components. Thorough understanding of the scientific method in developing innovative concepts, theories, methods, techniques and approaches to address specialized problems.Design: Working knowledge and experience in design drafting practices, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and development of engineering specifications. CAD experience with design packages such as CREO or Solid Works, experience in developing engineering specifications, and applying of consensus codes such as ASCE, ACI, AISC, and ASME.Communication Skills: Leads in communicating results of technical R&D including presentations, publications, reports and technical products. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and present technical issues, both verbally and in written form, to an audience with various technical backgrounds, as well as experience providing technical direction, mentoring and coordinating/monitoring the work of others.Desired Qualifications:Experience working to and thorough knowledge of LANL institutional engineering policy.Experience using FEA software to efficiently inform design decisions.Experience with Impulsively loaded structuresAdditional Job Requirements for Scientist 4 ($146,800 - $254,700) :In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requ i res:Analysis: Advance knowledge utilizing Implicit and Explicit Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods and tools (e.g. ABAQUS, ANSYS, LDYNA) for complex structures, and/or Eulerian or coupled Eulerian/Lagrangian Finite Element methods and software (e.g. CTH, ANSYS-AUTODYN).Leadership: Demonstrated experience in mentoring of personnel, contributing to large-scale technical projects to solve national challenges. Integrates broad scientific/technical/engineering knowledge across disciplines and/or people to develop specialized, state of the art solutions for complex problems where analysis requires in-depth evaluation.Desired Qualifications:Experience in use and application of consensus standards (e.g., ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Codes Section VIII, Division 1, 2, and 3, API 579 Fitness for Service Codes, AWS Welding Code)Experience in fatigue/fracture fitness-for-service methods following API-579Education/Experience at lower level : Scientist 3 Position requires a Master's Degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution and 6 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.Education/Experience at higher level : Scientist 4 Position requires a Master's Degree in a STEM field from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 htz), Sitting, Standing, Walking, Typing or keyboarding, Lifting 5-10 pounds, Carrying 5-10 pounds.Work Environment: Outdoors, In confined space, heights, Underground, Working alone, Working overtime or irregular schedule, Domestic/foreign travel, operation of motor vehicles, Work with weapons or explosives, Work with vibrating equipment/machinery, Work near machinery with moving parts, toxic chemicals, irritant chemicals, dusts or powders, sprays, mists, or vapors, fumes, carcinogens, Hearing protection, Gloves or hand protection, Safety shoes or protective foot-gear, Headgear or head protection, safety glasses or eye protection, face shield or facial protection, Mask or respirator.Note to Applicants: To be eligible for consideration, submit a comprehensive resume and include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.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.Where You Will WorkLocated 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 DetailsDirective 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . 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 US Citizenship 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 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) 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.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 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal 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 [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.