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What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Scientist 1/Scientist 2 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.

In this role, you will apply your expertise in Python programming to the development of the Common Modeling Framework (CMF), a Los Alamos National Lab (LANL)-built framework that houses modeling strategies and experimental setups for computational work performed in the Weapons Physics Directorate. Many weapons physics user communities depend on CMF for collaboration, version control, consolidation of problem setups, and access to several common modeling strategies used for diverse weapons program applications. In this role you will provide CMF development and user support in the Integrated Design and Assessment group as part of the Thermonuclear Applications Validation and Verification (TAV&V) project.

New developers will be trained in the use and capabilities of CMF, and do not need prior familiarity with the framework. Job duties will include developing python infrastructure, improving test coverage, writing and maintaining documentation, and providing user support and training. As part of this effort, you will learn to run our multi-physics codes and our high performance computer systems.

Scientist 1 ($92,300 - $151,000)

After you are trained, contributing to the development and support of the Common Modeling Framework entails the following job activities:

• Develop and maintain CMF infrastructure.

• Collaborate with CMF developers in other groups to improve and expand shared CMF infrastructure.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to develop CMF capabilities and provide simple user interfaces across the setup, execution, and post-processing of an experiment.

• Expand test coverage and documentation of existing infrastructure.

• Provide CMF support for users in XTD-IDA and expand user-training programs.

Scientist 2 ($101,700- $168, 200)

In addition to what was outlined above at the Scientist 1 level, one or more of the following job duties are consistent with the higher scientist level:

• Work with the CMF project leadership to make innovative software solutions based on physics and collaboration needs available to the broader CMF user base.

• Represent the XTD-IDA community on the CMF Framework Advisory Board, coordinating with other projects.

• Explore new capabilities in our multi-physics codes and integrate them into the CMF to ensure they produce scientifically robust results.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Software Engineering and Design Experience:

You will need experience developing and maintaining software. Programming experience is required, including a knowledge of Python and version control systems.

Collaboration:

You must have a proven ability to work with others in a team environment. You must have experience with providing user support for a software project. Experience providing support to scientists from a broad range of technical disciplines, many of whom do not have formal software engineering backgrounds, is preferred.

Professional Integrity:

You must demonstrate commitment to quality research and development, technical and scientific excellence, professional integrity, and personal initiative.

Additional Job Requirements for Scientist 2:

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

Technical Knowledge:

You will need education or experience in one or more of these technical areas: physics, nuclear or mechanical engineering, chemistry, mathematics, or material science. Some experience in computational modeling is preferred.

Education/Experience for Scientist 1: Position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, mathematics, chemistry, or a related STEM field from an accredited college or university and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience for Scientist 2: Position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, physics, mechanical engineering, mathematics, chemistry, or a related STEM field from an accredited college or university and 4 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience using and developing software for high performance computing systems

• A master's degree in a STEM field.

• Familiarity with the Git and the GitLab DevOps platform is preferred.

• 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:

Please attach a resume and a detailed cover letter addressing all required and desired skills with your application. Please note that without a resume and cover letter, your application will not be considered.

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 (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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.