Senior Technical Coordinator – Electronic and Mechanical

LLNL•Livermore, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking Senior Technical Coordinators specializing in electronics and/or mechanical fabrication to support the Supply Chain Organization within the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science (NIF&PS) Directorate. This role involves applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials to collaborate with NIF engineers and suppliers for the procurement of materials, mechanical and/or electrical parts (including PCBAs and cable harnesses), and electro-optical/mechanical assemblies of varying size and complexity. The NIF is a 24/7 operational facility, and the position requires full-time on-site presence. The successful candidate will contribute to the team that achieved fusion ignition in December 2022, opening new physics regimes and possibilities for fusion energy. This position is within the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.

Requirements

Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
Associate degree in mechanical/electronic technology; or equivalent combination of education and previous relevant experience in mechanical/electronic fabrication.
Advanced level understanding and skills of ANSI International Electronic Standards or ASME Y14.5M Dimensioning and Tolerancing, with demonstrated ability to interpret and break down BOMs (Bill of Materials) for component level procurement.
Advanced knowledge of the fabrication acquisition process, including approvals, bidding, award, inspection and acceptance, receipt, reconciliation, and close out.
Effective written, verbal, feedback and presentation communication skills.
Effective interpersonal, teamwork, and multitasking skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships, collaborate effectively across departments and manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Ability to safely operate pick-up trucks, lift and carry up to 25 pounds, and properly secure loads for transport.
Ability to travel and maintain flexibility in scheduled work hours to attend training activities on and off-site.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electronic procurement or as an electronic technician, including intermediate skills in electronics shop processes.
Experience in mechanical fabrication procurement or as a machinist, sheet metal worker or equivalent mechanical fabrication shop experience.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced procurement/coordination support to scientific, engineering, and technical personnel through specialized technical knowledge relating to acquisition of parts, materials, and equipment for scientific research activities.
May participate or lead project team to provide acquisition support to senior technicians, technical associates, engineers, and scientists on medium to large projects.
Provide solutions to complex technical problems and make decisions using established guidelines, techniques, and procedures.
Research and recommend substitute products with similar technical specifications.
Collaborate with suppliers, requestors, LLNL Procurement, production control, NIF warehouse, LLNL Receiving, and onsite mechanical/electrical fabrication shops to meet project cost and schedule requirements.
Provide detailed award/delivery status to supervisor and customers/requesters. while anticipating and reconciling supply issues, including technical factors affecting critical milestones.
Stage, transport, and deliver parts across the LLNL site to support secondary operations and/or staging of assembly/installation activities; deliver and pick-up parts from local suppliers.
Initiate purchasing requisitions to secure award of contracts, purchase items using LLNL-issued credit card, and identify and resolve issues for successful completion as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.