Precision and Metrology Engineer

Join our innovative team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Precision and Metrology Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of advanced metrology techniques to enhance precision measurements in various engineering applications. Your expertise will contribute to the improvement of our cutting-edge sci…

Join us as a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in precision optomechanical engineering tailored for space applications. Your contributions will play a vital role in pioneering research aimed at developing the next generation of large aperture space telescopes and optical payloads. This role emphasizes precision mechanisms, innovative optomechanical design, and the integration of optical systems into spacecraft. You will be part of the Advanced Space Development group within the National Security Engineering Division at the Engineering Directorate.Full-time on-site presence is required due to the nature of the work.Your Responsibilities:Conduct advanced research in precision engineering, focusing on the design and analysis of high-stability mechanisms, mounts, and structures specifically for space telescopes and optical payloads.Engage in the optomechanical design of telescope subsystems, including mirrors, lenses, mounts, alignment features, and supporting structures, prioritizing thermomechanical stability, vibration tolerance, and launch survivability.Develop and execute analytical and numerical models to forecast system performance under various mechanical, thermal, and dynamic loads.Utilize precision engineering principles to achieve optimal alignment, pointing accuracy, and wavefront stability of optical systems in the challenging space environment.Design and analyze deployment mechanisms, focusing on alignment and actuation of optical elements, particularly for large aperture systems.Employ optical design software (e.g., Zemax, FRED) to validate optical performance and facilitate the integration of mechanical and optical models for comprehensive system evaluation.Contribute actively to the conception, design, and execution of laboratory experiments aimed at validating optomechanical designs, which include alignment procedures, environmental testing, and performance verification.Foster collaboration and communication with engineers, scientists, and physicists involved in space telescope projects, optical payload developments, and spacecraft integration.Assist in developing proposals for the Space Hardware group, defining technical strategies, timelines, and risk mitigation frameworks for precision optical and mechanical systems.Design research initiatives, analyze results, and disseminate findings in peer-reviewed journals or at professional conferences.Travel as necessary to coordinate with research collaborators and conduct field or test site visits.Perform additional duties as assigned.

We are excited to announce an opening for a Superblock Electrical Engineer who will play a pivotal role in the enhancement of next-generation weapon technologies, directly supporting the nation’s strategic deterrent efforts. In this role, you will be instrumental in advancing essential technologies that guide the design, installation, and integration of equipment and systems within nuclear facilities, prioritizing safe, robust, and compliant operations.As a member of our Superblock Capabilities team, you will engage in groundbreaking projects that bridge facility engineering with the requirements of the nuclear weapons program. Your expertise will focus on electrical designs for equipment installation, power distribution, and control and monitoring systems, encompassing the creation of design packages, calculations, and documentation that facilitate construction, startup, and ongoing operations.Our projects encompass the entire lifecycle, from developing requirements and conceptual layouts to detailed design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance. This presents a unique opportunity for you to witness your engineering solutions put into practice in complex, real-world settings. This position is situated within the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED) of the Engineering Directorate.Due to the nature of the work, this position requires full-time on-site presence.This position may be filled at either level depending on the knowledge and relevant experience evaluated by the hiring team. Additional responsibilities will be assigned if hired at the higher level.Your Key Responsibilities Include:Creating electrical designs and packages for integrating programmatic equipment and systems within nuclear facilities, focusing on power distribution, control, and monitoring interfaces.Collaborating with programmatic and facility stakeholders to extract engineering requirements, identify equipment power needs, and convert them into conceptual and detailed electrical designs.Conducting essential engineering analyses and calculations, including load studies, voltage drop assessments, protective device coordination, and any further evaluations necessary to ensure safe and reliable integration with existing utilities.Working with the Building Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and facility engineering staff to guarantee that designs comply with laboratory requirements, the National Electrical Code (NEC), and other relevant standards and institutional guidelines.Supporting and participating in the detailed design process, which includes developing drawings, specifications, and bills of materials, while coordinating with fabrication and installation teams.Reviewing and assessing vendor and fabrication submissions to confirm technical compliance and ensure that procured equipment can be integrated into existing facility infrastructure and power sources.Engaging in field walkdowns, construction, installation, and startup activities.

Join the team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) as a Spacecraft Systems Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your engineering expertise to develop and manage innovative spacecraft systems that support our cutting-edge research and technology initiatives. You will collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to design, implement, and optimize spacecraft systems, ensuring their efficiency and reliability in various mission scenarios.

Role overview The Mechanical Engineering Lead at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory guides a team of engineers working on the design, development, and implementation of advanced mechanical systems. This position is based in Livermore and plays a key part in ensuring projects meet strict performance and safety standards while supporting important research initiatives. What you will do Lead and mentor a group of mechanical engineers throughout project lifecycles. Oversee the design and execution of mechanical systems for complex applications. Manage projects from initial concept through to final delivery. Verify that all engineering solutions comply with safety and performance requirements. Contribute technical expertise and project leadership to support ongoing research efforts. Requirements This role requires experience in leading engineering teams, a strong background in mechanical system design, and a commitment to upholding safety and performance standards on critical projects. Working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is known for its work in science, engineering, and national security. Mechanical engineers here contribute to technology advancements and support research that has a broad impact.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory seeks a Nondestructive Evaluation Engineer to support the development and application of advanced testing methods. This position centers on ensuring the integrity and reliability of essential structures and materials used in high-stakes projects. Role overview This role involves creating and applying nondestructive evaluation techniques. The work directly supports projects with significant implications for national security and scientific progress. Key responsibilities Develop and refine nondestructive evaluation methods Implement testing approaches to assess critical structures and materials Contribute technical expertise to projects with national importance Location This position is based in Livermore, California.

Join our team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) as an Environmental Engineer, where you will engage in innovative solutions for environmental challenges. As an integral part of our team, you will contribute to projects focused on sustainability, compliance, and environmental stewardship.

Role Overview Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is hiring a Nuclear Procurement Engineer in Livermore. This role focuses on sourcing nuclear materials and components that support complex, high-priority projects across the laboratory. Key Responsibilities Procure nuclear materials and components according to project requirements. Work closely with cross-functional teams to meet technical specifications and regulatory standards. Help refine and improve procurement processes for efficiency and compliance. Location This position is based in Livermore.

Join the innovative team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) as a Cloud and Core Network Engineer. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cloud infrastructure and core networking to design, implement, and maintain advanced systems that support critical research and operational activities.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory seeks a Weapons Infrastructure Project Engineer to support projects vital to national security. This role centers on the development and implementation of infrastructure that underpins weapons systems. Role overview The Weapons Infrastructure Project Engineer works closely with engineers and scientists to maintain and improve the reliability and effectiveness of critical systems. Collaboration and technical problem-solving are key aspects of the position. What you will do Contribute to projects that strengthen weapons systems infrastructure Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to address technical challenges Help ensure the performance and integrity of infrastructure supporting national security Location This position is based in Livermore, California.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is hiring a Microwave/RF Engineer to support research and development in microwave and radio frequency technologies. This position is located in Livermore. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with scientists and engineers to design, construct, and test advanced RF systems. Apply technical knowledge to projects that contribute to national security and scientific research. Engage in team-based problem-solving and assist with project planning. Team Environment The team brings together a range of perspectives and emphasizes technical excellence. Members work on complex RF and microwave engineering challenges with an emphasis on achieving meaningful results.

Join inertia as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer and be a pivotal part of our innovative team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in mechanical design to develop cutting-edge solutions for our projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of design processes, from concept to production.

We are excited to announce an opening for a Criticality Safety Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the design, development, and testing of nuclear equipment and systems that involve fissionable materials crucial to LLNL operations. You will also support various projects aligned with the Department of Energy (DOE) Nuclear Criticality Safety Program. This position is situated within the Nuclear Criticality Safety Division, which operates under the Environment, Safety, and Health (ES&H) Directorate.The role will be filled at either level depending on the knowledge and relevant experience assessed by the hiring team. If hired at the higher level, additional responsibilities will be assigned as outlined below.Please note that this position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.Key Responsibilities:Conduct criticality safety evaluations in compliance with DOE-STD-3007 and LLNL administrative procedures, and actively participate in the design and review processes for new or modified equipment and operating procedures.Perform thorough walk-through inspections and annual reviews of operational documents, ensuring consistency with criticality safety evaluations and proper implementation of criticality safety controls.Engage in technical/scientific assignments addressing moderate to complex problems that necessitate independent analysis and creativity, while providing invaluable support to facility management, engineers, and scientists in research and development projects or ongoing operations.Collect and analyze data to support various work activities, presenting results through documentation, calculations, recommendations, corrective actions, or designs.Devise innovative solutions to moderately complex problems, contributing to the achievement of project and organizational goals.Regularly travel to the Nevada National Security Sites.Facilitate Fundamentals of Criticality Safety training courses for personnel.Execute other duties as assigned.Additional Responsibilities at the SES.3 Level:Develop and present technical reports to LLNL management and various internal and external stakeholders.Deliver formal on-the-job training and provide complex consultations on criticality safety information to personnel handling fissile materials, designers, and other clients.Interpret and implement DOE regulations, national consensus criticality safety standards, and laboratory policies related to criticality safety, while offering guidance to internal customers.

Join the innovative team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) as a Control System Engineer. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement control systems that contribute to groundbreaking research in various scientific fields. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that our control systems are efficient, reliable, and meet high standards of performance.

Join our dynamic team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Lead Transmission Grid Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in the design and optimization of high-voltage transmission systems. Leverage your expertise in electrical engineering to ensure reliable power delivery and advance the efficiency of our energy grid.

We are excited to announce multiple openings for a Control Systems Engineer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). In this dynamic role, you will be instrumental in crafting innovative engineering solutions to develop, implement, and sustain the control systems hardware at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) — the world’s most powerful pulsed laser system that recently contributed to a significant breakthrough in fusion research. With an impressive network of over 60,000 control points throughout the facility, many of NIF's subsystems rely on cutting-edge control technologies.Your contributions will enhance the engineering design, development, and upgrades of hardware systems, thereby improving performance and reliability. This position is housed within the Laser Systems Engineering and Operations (LSEO) Division of our Engineering Directorate.Please note that this position necessitates full-time, on-site work due to the hands-on nature of the responsibilities.This role will be filled at either entry or higher level depending on the candidate's knowledge and experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional responsibilities will be assigned if the higher level is filled.Your Responsibilities Include:Operating under general direction while adhering to established procedures, utilizing foundational knowledge and standard techniques to address challenges and contribute to project milestones.Providing hardware and software solutions that underpin the definition, design, documentation, assembly, fielding, and maintenance of control systems, including utility systems, safety systems, and laser alignment diagnostics hardware.Engaging in daily activities that involve engineering support for the deployment, activation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of control systems of limited complexity, employing standard methodologies.Assisting in the development and maintenance of system requirement specifications and control system designs under the guidance of senior engineers, ensuring alignment with project objectives and standards.Reducing project risks by participating in formal and informal design reviews, offering insights on technical issues, and implementing feedback from senior staff.Maintaining open communication with scientists, engineers, technicians, and designers to foster collaboration, provide updates on assigned tasks, and facilitate communication with end users.Supporting the NIF operations team by troubleshooting facility-related issues and planned work affecting control systems.Participating in the reactive maintenance on-call rotation as required.Performing other duties as assigned.Additional Responsibilities at the SES.2 Level:Working under limited direction with moderate responsibility, leveraging extensive knowledge and exercising independent judgment to determine methods and recommend improvements.

Role Overview Inertia is hiring a Senior Controls Engineer in Livermore. This role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing control systems for advanced engineering projects. The work blends a strong foundation in control theory with hands-on application to solve real-world challenges.

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking an Applications Operations Engineer in Livermore. This position focuses on maintaining and improving the applications infrastructure that supports both national security and scientific research. Role overview The Applications Operations Engineer ensures that critical applications run smoothly and reliably. The role involves monitoring system performance, addressing issues as they arise, and contributing to enhancements that keep the infrastructure robust and efficient. Collaboration Working closely with colleagues across different teams, this engineer helps troubleshoot technical problems, implements solutions, and supports the deployment of new and updated applications. Impact The work directly supports LLNL’s mission by keeping essential applications available and performing at their best for scientific and security projects.

Join our innovative team at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory as a Senior Semiconductor Laser Device Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will drive advancements in semiconductor laser technology, contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects. As a senior engineer, you will leverage your expertise to design, develop, and optimize high-performance laser devices.

Overview:Join Inertia as we seek talented Optical - Mechanical Engineers dedicated to enhancing the design and testing capabilities of high-power laser systems for our pioneering fusion energy program. Our goal is to develop the world's highest average power pulsed lasers, which will serve as the 'unit cell' of our future power plant. Collaborating with industry leaders, government entities, and academic institutions, we aim to construct a demonstrator beamline that achieves 10 kJ at 10 Hz with a 10% wall-plug efficiency, utilizing cutting-edge diode-pumped solid-state laser technology (DPSSL).Initially, you will be responsible for creating test stands for various system components, including optical and thermal evaluations of the amplifier, testing pulsed semiconductor laser diode arrays, assessing high damage threshold optics, and developing manufacturing methods for a diverse array of optical components.Primary Responsibilities:Your role will encompass some or all of the following:Design innovative, highly stable opto-mechanical systems for advanced high-power, high-energy laser systems.Conduct comprehensive opto-mechanical analyses to enhance pointing stability, mitigate thermal drift, and address mounting stresses.Implement heat flow, stress, and birefringence analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools such as COMSOL and Abaqus.Generate detailed drawings with SolidWorks to facilitate the development and procurement of optical and mechanical components.Devise test plans for thorough evaluation of your designs.Collaborate with optical and systems engineering teams to deliver cohesive, integrated designs.Qualifications:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, or a related discipline.Proven design experience with precision opto-mechanical products.Expertise in CAD and design-for-manufacturing methodologies.Practical experimental and prototyping skills.Salary & Benefits:The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $225,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on skills, experience, and education.We offer competitive compensation along with an exceptional benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision plans, company-paid holidays, a matching 401(k) plan, and more!