Integrated Optics Module Field Lead

We have an opening for an Integrated Optics Module Field Lead. You will support the Target and Experimental Systems (TExS) section of the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science Directorate (NIF & PS). The National Ignition Facility is home to the world’s most powerful and energetic laser. You will lead approved scope of work and provide advanced technical solutions in the setup, recovery, and maintenance of Final Optics Assemblies and Integrated Optics Modules (IOM) in support of NIF shot operations. This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations (LSEO) Division of the Engineering Directorate.

NIF is a 24/7 operational facility, and operators and Field Leads typically work on a 3/12-4/12 schedule to support operations, with the last two hours of each shift being overtime. The dayshift work hours are from 06:30-19:30 and the owl shift hours are from 18:30-07:30. This role would initially be centered around IOM exchange times and maintenance days, and the expectation would be that the work schedule aligns with the facility availability to perform the work. The schedule may change over time.

In this role you will

• Lead, train, and mentor a team of technicians in exchanging IOM’s.
• Perform and establish the exchange work scope such as, IOM qual, hoisting and rigging, optics exchanges, and Rad Worker 2.
• Provide advanced level technical support for the installation and operation of complex diagnostic systems and final optics assemblies for maintenance and commissioning activities including maintaining operational status of NIF facility subsystems, while working independently with minimal direction.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to the Target Area Operators technician staff to meet changing priorities on the floor.
• Communicate and coordinate final optics activities with the supervisory staff in the NIF Control Room.
• Identify, analyze, implement, document, and maintain process improvements and alternative approaches for complex technical problems, procedures, and qualifications using independent creativity and judgment and by establishing or modifying guidelines, techniques, and procedures as necessary.
• Design, fabricate, assemble, and disassemble complex mechanical components and systems including planning, setting priorities, and selection of equipment and work methods.
• Plan, organize, and lead complete projects of limited scope.
• Lead technicians in balancing safety, security, quality, and efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.