THIS POSITION IS SHORT TERM, MAX 1000 HOURS IN A CALENDAR YEAR

North Wind Services, is actively seeking individuals who can contribute to national security within the science, technology, and engineering fields as part of our supplemental labor team at vital federal research and development installations supporting the Department of Energy. NWS has an established history of contributing to the success of their customers mission. Available employment opportunities may range from administrative and logistical support to advanced technical positions.

Qualified applicants must be a US citizen, at least 18 years of age, and able to meet pre-employment requirements including any required physicals, drug screen, and/or background investigation to satisfy clearance requirements from the Department of Energy.

Successful candidates will be employees of NWS, a premier government contractor charged with employing highly-motivated and well-qualified personnel who can advance the missions of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, CA. Though employed by NWS, the employee will take day-to-day direction from technical personnel employed directly by the research laboratories. Pay, benefits, Human Resource, and Employment Management functions are provided by NWS.

The N-Program within the Global Security (GS) Directorate has an opening for a Nuclear Emergency Support Team Exercise and Experimental Engineer. The successful candidate will serve as a mentor and key advisor for NA-80 international exercises and on documents associated with NA-80 nuclear counterterrorism.

This position may require the successful candidate have the flexibility to work overtime, shift and or weekends to accomplish goals. The successful candidate will be required to pass various on-site training modules to pursue work assignments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Mentor LLNL and LANL staff for NA-80 international exercises, particularly for roles associated with trusted agency.

• Mentor LLNL staff on writing and updating books and documents associated with NA-80 nuclear counterterrorism.

• Mentor LLNL staff with other documents associated with nonproliferation and counterterrorism.

• Mentor and assist LLNL staff with expertise on specialized explosive charges.

• Mentor and assist LLNL staff with emergency response protocols and requirements.

• Participate in virtual and in-person events including workshops and training in coordination with LLNL and Federal NEST team.

• Serve as key advisor for goals, timelines, strategy and history for LLNL NEST team.

• Perform other duties as advised.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Strong organizational skills with experience managing multiple tasks and competing priorities.

• Experience with emergency response operations and preparedness.

• Experience integrating experimental and hardware aspects for emergency response.

• Experience with specialized and highly diagnosed explosive experiments and field tests.

• Ability to work independently to solve complex problems and propose solutions.

• Ability to interpret and implement administrative procedures and processes.

• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to travel (once travel resumes).

• Experience working in international environments.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

PRE-PLACEMENT MEDICAL EXAM: A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST: External applicant(s) selected for this position will be required to pass a post offer, pre-employment drug test.

ANTICIPATED CLEARANCE LEVEL: Q (position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. In addition, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold multiple citizenships (U.S. and another country), you may be required to renounce your non-U.S. citizenship before a DOE L or Q clearance will be processed/granted.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave, and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline 1-208-528-8714 for assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.