General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the worlds leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an entry-level Metrology Engineer within the National Ignition Facility (NIF) Target Fabrication Group in Livermore, CA. Under close supervision with specific detailed instructions on routine task, the successful candidate will become a member of GA onsite team participating in the development, fabrication, characterization and analysis of novel experimental physics packages required for high energy density plasma physics experiments conducted at the worlds largest laser, NIF.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs hands-on, lab-based knowledge to advance custom solutions in support of target fabrication activities.
Job requires these activities on the daily basis:
Using theoretical knowledge to conceptualize, design and build new equipment to perform one-of-kind measurement or operations, often containing elements of motion/vision automation.
Assisting in maintaining, upgrading, repairing or modifying a suite of unique custom-built instruments.
Using understanding of the strengths and limitations of instrumentations and automation options.
Interpreting manufacturing drawings in order to create a measurement plan for the physical item.
Translating specifications and requirements into practical approaches with best product quality while working to improve production rates, efficiencies, and yields in a low volume, high mix environment.
Supporting new product/process introduction as well as process improvement methodologies while considering continuous improvements.
Maintaining safe, clean and organized assembly and characterization laboratories and equipment.
Assisting on R&D projects under the direction of LLNL program leadership, and work with and provide support to the wider target fab team, collaborators and scientists.
Documenting findings, communicates results to scientific staff and makes technical presentations as required.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Performing other duties as assigned or required.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:
Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in LabVIEW programming in the context of equipment instrumentation, data acquisition, automation, and data analysis is strongly desired. Knowledge of LabVIEW architectures such as State Machine and Object-Oriented Programming is desired. Fluent in Microsoft Office suite, with specific experience in Excel macros and Pivot table function. Experience with other programming languages like MATLAB and Python is desired.
Emphasis on understanding engineering first principles in the context of assembly, metrology, equipment design, measurement automation, and data analysis.
Must have ability to understand production and work with production system to manage BOMS, non-conformance reports, SPC data, data packages, and recommend corrective actions. Knowledge of or experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and/or 5S principles is desired.
Versed in inspection techniques such as optical microscopy, radiography, SEM/EDAX, white light interferometry, etc.. is desired.
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Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.
Must have a basic understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory.
Demonstrates the ability to follow and apply basic engineering knowledge, adapt standard techniques, and utilize the required diagnostics, tools and equipment, while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
Must be able to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.
Good communication, computer, and interpersonal skills are required to enable an effective interface with other professionals, to produce appropriate documentation, and to present results to a limited internal audience.
Must be able to work both independently and on a team.
Able to work extended hours as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in LabVIEW programming in the context of equipment instrumentation, data acquisition, automation, and data analysis is strongly desired. Knowledge of LabVIEW architectures such as State Machine and Object-Oriented Programming is desired. Fluent in Microsoft Office suite, with specific experience in Excel macros and Pivot table function. Experience with other programming languages like MATLAB and Python is desired.
Emphasis on understanding engineering first principles in the context of assembly, metrology, equipment design, measurement automation, and data analysis.
Must have ability to understand production and work with production system to manage BOMS, non-conformance reports, SPC data, data packages, and recommend corrective actions. Knowledge of or experience with Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and/or 5S principles is desired.
Versed in inspection techniques such as optical microscopy, radiography, SEM/EDAX, white light interferometry, etc.. is desired.
