Jefferson Lab

    Come join our team at Jefferson Lab, where great minds matter.

    Posted Date: 02/26/2024
    Salary Range:     $55,600 - $87,900 (TECH II)
    Work Location Type: *Dedicated Working 100% on-site*

    What your job will be like:
    As a member of the Fast Electronics Group, will perform a variety tasks in support of the development and maintenance of electronics instrumentation for Hall D and JLab. These tasks include, but are not limited to, designing and testing circuitry using CAD tools, performing assembly work and soldering of components, interact with industry partners and assist in diagnosis, debugging and installation of electronics related to particle detectors.

    In this role you will:

    • Diagnosis, debug, troubleshoot, test and install boards, chassis and detector sub-systems using electronic test equipment and data acquisition systems
    • Assemble and wire electronics boards, including soldering of SMT components, and wiring of electronics systems
    • Design and test printed circuit boards and supporting circuitry using CAD tools, including schematic capture, layout, assembly, test and procurement of components and services
    • Fabrication of cable assemblies

    Qualifications we require:

    Education and Experience:

    • High school diploma
    • 5 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
    • Experience with PCB CAD software
    • Experienced with electronic troubleshooting equipment (Oscilloscope, Digital multi-meter (DMM), function generator…)

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    • Demonstrated strong skills in PC based testing software, such as LabView, and business software such as Word and Excel
    • Ability to independently perform advanced board level debugging, calibration and testing procedure and use powered hand tools
    • Proficient with interpreting schematics, manufacturer data sheets, and technical manuals
    • Familiarity with NEC regulations is a plus Perform high reliability thru-hole and SMT soldering and be familiar with PCB fabrication and assembly technologies
    • Good oral and written communication skills, and be able to work as part of a team with other technical and professional staff
    • Ability to Problem solving, organization and prioritization of tasks while working in a safe manner

    About Jefferson Lab

    Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campus is located in southeastern Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community.

    A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of “big science” and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by Jefferson Science Associates, LLC; Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

    Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab

    At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
    • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (vacation, holidays, sick leave)
    • 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
    • Flexible Work Arrangements (Hybrid & Alternate Work Schedules available)
    • Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
    • Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast

    EEO COMPLIANCE:

    Jefferson Science Associates, LLC (JSA) manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). JSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or veteran status or on any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As part of the JSA’s equal employment opportunity policy, we also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, Armed Forces, and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.

    JSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting @jlab.org or contact Human Resources by calling (757) 269-7100 and selecting option 1 between 8 am – 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request.

    Employment with JSA is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.