What You Will Do

The Electromagnetic Sciences and Cognitive Space Applications Group (ISR-2) is seeking qualified and motivated scientists and engineers to join our Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) Modeling and Simulation Team. The EMP Modeling and Simulation Team is responsible for a suite of simulation codes used to predict the generation, propagation, and detection of EMP. The selected candidate will participate in the maintenance of existing and development of new EMP models, conduct analyses using these tools, and collaborate with other national laboratories and organizations on implementing these modeling tools for national security applications.

The Intelligence and Space Research (ISR) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory has been designing, building, and operating highly innovative ground, air and space-based measurement and detection systems for nearly 60 years. We solve some of the most challenging scientific and national security problems facing the world today. Our interdisciplinary teams of engineers, technicians, and scientists work, learn, and succeed through a highly creative and dynamic R&D environment. We build, fly, operate, and analyze data from measurement systems deployed to space for verification of international nuclear treaties, and develop innovative sensors and ground, airborne and space hardware/software systems for basic scientific missions, nuclear nonproliferation, space situational awareness and remote sensing. In addition, we lead experiments on NASA missions, including the Curiosity and Perseverance Mars Rovers, Van Allen Probes, and IBEX.

Scientist 2 $101,700 - $168,200

The selected candidate will be expected to contribute in the following areas:

• Maintain modeling code bases written in Python, C++, and/or Fortran

• Identify and implement performance improvements or capability enhancements to these code bases

• Ensure compliance of models with technical and performance requirements

• Run validation studies, assessing model performance against empirical data

• Run verification studies, assessing model performance against analytic models

• Apply models to ad-hoc analysis tasks

• Author reports on model performance and general model documentation

• Coordinate with other national laboratories on model development

• Develop into a subject matter expert on EMP modeling and simulation

Scientist 3 $122,300 - $206,300

In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the candidate will be expected to:

• Lead small projects or teams

• Contribute to internal and external funding proposals

• Contribute to peer review of work of others across organizations or disciplines

• Communicate with sponsors and stakeholders on modeling capabilities and performance

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Experience with version control software, e.g. git, svn, mercurial

• Experience in computational physics or a related simulation-focused field

• Familiarity with foundational statistical and physical concepts

• Proficiency with Python and familiarity with compiled languages, or proficiency in C++ and/or Fortran

• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate ideas in both written and verbal venues

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team

• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship

Additional Job Requirements for Scientist 3:

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

• Experience developing and writing successful research grant proposals

• The ability and desire to lead small teams

• Experience mentoring junior staff, students, or postdocs

Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience at higher level : Position requires a 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 radio frequency wave generation, propagation, and/or detection theory

• Expertise in EMP physics, lightning physics, or ionospheric physics

• Experience with parallel computing (shared and/or distributed memory parallelism)

• Experience with Linux or related OS

• Familiarity with Software Engineering best practices

• Awareness of verification and validation techniques employed within informatics, data science, or a related statistical-focused field

• Active DOE Q Clearance

Work Environment:

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.

Note to Applicants: Interested applicants must include a cover letter and resume detailing how they meet the minimum requirements of the position.

Where You Will Work

Located 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 Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. 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 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 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.