Overview
Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site's Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today. In this environment, the best ideas need to be voiced and every opinion matters. As such, MSTS places great value on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is committed to a diverse and equitable workforce, with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, and perspectives.
MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.
Responsibilities
Join an innovative team conducting groundbreaking research in defense of our nation. The Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) is seeking outstanding candidates for a Distinguished Engineer for the Global Controls System supporting the Scorpius Accelerator. The Advanced Sources and Detectors (ASD) Project consists of the development of Scorpius, a multiple-pulse, single-axis linear induction accelerator radiographic system. The radiographic system will be used to study the late time stages of implosions involving sub-critical quantities of special nuclear material within the PULSE tunnel complex at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS). Scorpius requires a robust control system to operate the machine safely and collect the data needed to execute this important national security mission. The successful candidate will:
Work with the NNSS Controls Team Lead and the ASD Global Controls (GC) Technical Lead to provide leadership in developing and implementing network architecture and data management system across the radiographic system that is consistent with implementation of machine learning protocols. Provide leadership in integrating and managing software and in standardization of hardware.
Work closely with contractors and technical leads for the Accelerator, Injector, Downstream Transport, Solid State Pulsed Power, and Detector subsystems to develop robust and reliable controls system.
Work with NNSS Controls Team Lead and NNSS Information Technology to ensure the global control system is compliant with cybersecurity requirements. Collaborate with NNSS Controls Team Lead to develop strategic plans for managing software updates, hardware improvements, and configuration control for both software and hardware.
Perform as the interface between the NNSS Controls team lead and project leadership by communicating project requirements and ensuring proper implementation.
Partner with the NNSS Controls Team Lead and ASD GC Technical Lead to support ASD NNSS project management by:
Providing background information for cost and schedule variance justifications, and developing necessary recovery plans
Identifying opportunities for new scope and budget, and providing technical descriptions for accompanying proposals
Providing status updates and forecasts to inform accurate completion estimates
Preparing necessary information for ASD project review presentations.
Frequent travel to Los Alamos and Albuquerque with occasional travel to California (Livermore) is expected.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in an engineering program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or Bachelor's degree in calculus-based Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) field, plus at least 20 years' relevant experience.
Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in applied physics or a related field preferred.
Strong background in in-field radiation detection and quantification with in-depth knowledge of auxiliary components - data management systems, networking, and communications.
Extensive experience developing and maintaining controls and communications systems associated with complex integrated physics diagnostics systems, such as linear inductions accelerators, is highly recommended.
Extensive experience with developing software/hardware integration solutions using LabVIEW.
Advanced knowledge of communications network infrastructures and ability to adapt to cyber security protective restrictions.
Experience in leading control system and data acquisition teams and organizations, interfacing outward to project and program leadership.
Experimental Physics and Industrial Control System (EPICS) experience recommended.
Evaluate alternatives and identify solutions using systematic, multi-step approaches.
Develop innovative solutions that improve project performance.
Facilitate discussion and resolve conflicts within the Integrated Project Team (IPT) and with stakeholders. Establish trust among IPT members.
Build and use cross-functional relationships to accomplish tasks.
Collaborate with medium-sized IPTs (10-20 people). Maintain and effectively lead the Global Controls execution and achieve customer satisfaction.
Coach and motivate team members while promoting team interaction.
Delegate responsibilities appropriately.
Demonstrate effective decision-making skills, including knowledge of how and when to escalate issues to higher levels. Analyze the risks and future impact of decisions. Use cost benefit analysis in decision-making. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work independently, and work as part of a team.
Ability to execute work in a disciplined manner to demonstrate compliance with laws, codes, orders, and MSTS policies and procedures.
The primary work location will be in the forward areas at the Nevada National Security Site (forward areas are approximately 90 miles from North Las Vegas) with some work occasionally performed at the Losee Road facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The PULSE facility is located in the forward areas of the NNSS.
Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) , "Personnel Security". If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 (http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?SID=14b1c770db022992d237769fbe9fc519&mc=true&node=se10.4.707 14&rgn=div8) , "Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites," will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 (http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title10/10cfr709 main_02.tpl) , "Counterintelligence Evaluation Program."
MSTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Annual salary range for this position is: $166,753.60 to $266,801.60.
Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
Posted Date4 months ago(7/8/2024 5:29 PM)
Job ID2024-7577
of Openings1
CategoryEngineering
TypeFull-Time
Location : CityMercury
Location : State/Province (Full Name)Nevada
