Firing Systems Design and Testing Engineer

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Broad experience in pulsed power engineering and design. Experience in pulsed power experimental test set up and in collection, analysis, and documentation of engineering and/or scientific data.

Experience in designing and testing high voltage systems and diagnostics.

Broad experience developing and implementing creative solutions to a diverse range of moderately complex problems..

Experience interacting, cooperating, and advising with all levels of technical staff, managers, and vendors.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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We have an opening for a

Firing Systems Design and Testing Engineer

in the Initiation Systems Group (ISG)

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ISG specializes in the design, development, and testing of advanced initiation systems for high-explosive applications. Our team designs and tests precision detonators, firesets, and firing systems, leveraging pulsed power technologies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-performance initiation of energetic materials. ISG plays a critical role in advancing national security through innovation in explosive initiation science and technology. In this role you will provide highly advanced technical and administrative expertise and leadership for new and ongoing projects.

You will oversee firing system assembly, design, research, and testing using advanced manufacturing and diagnostic techniques for scientific and defense applications. Travel in support of programmatic deliverables is required.

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.