Junior Assembly Engineer (RVBN)

Job Overview

This job announcement will be accepting candidate submissions until 15 July 2024. To properly credit work experience, a resume should show DD/MMM/YYYY for work experience

The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Nuclear Mission Branch (AFRL/RVBN) seeks a highly motivated and experienced mid-career professional to lead a dynamic team in the assembly of science and technology payloads and testbed flight bodies at a future nuclear science and technology (S&T) integration complex on Kirtland Air Force Base (KAFB), New Mexico.

Position duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform entry-level development, design, and coordination of the fabrication of tooling used in the assembly of weapon sub-assemblies to be incorporated into test device assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations to analyze the safety basis of tooling used to assemble high explosive test devices.
• Develop and implement assembly procedures for the assembly of high explosive test devices.
• Employ computer-aided model-based engineering design and analysis tools to meet program objectives.
• Utilize Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) methodology to ensure test articles meet requirements. 
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Assemble developmental technology into flight bodies and other test systems.
• Develop unique procedures, documentation, and workflows.
• Design and test unique handling tooling and fixturing for assembly operations.
• Ensure deliverables are met with a high degree of quality, compliance, and safety.
• Interface with systems engineering, relevant contractors, and the IE&E lead to requirements/capability development, planning, operations, and delivery.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Eligible for a Referral Bonus?

No

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Bachelor’s  degree from an accredited university in science, engineering or mathematics (cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher) and/or one year of work experience that directly relates to the skills/knowledge required for this position. 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and technical orders
• Demonstrated ability to work both as part of a team and independently in a dynamic work environment
• Aptitude for analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, assess situations, and make informed judgments
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high explosives, radioactive materials, high voltage, or chemicals
• Applicants must currently hold, or have the ability to obtain a DOD TS/SCI clearance

Desired Qualifications

1-3 years experience in:

• Stockpile activities such as nuclear weapon Life Extension Programs (LEP), Alterations, Joint Test Assemblies (JTA), development testing, and/or assembly operations in development or War Reserve settings
•  Participation in high-consequence operations that include high explosives, radiological and electrical components

(Requisition No. 81086)

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