Radiation Instrumentation & QA/QC Specialist

We have an opening for a Radiation Instrumentation & QA/QC Specialist.  You will provide advanced technical support and solve complex technical problems involving the calibration, maintenance, and repair of radiation detection instruments, while following Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H) and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) guidelines. You will work as a team member and will interact on a regular basis with co‐workers within the assigned laboratory team, ES&H, and Radiation Calibration Lab (RCL) clients within the Laboratory. You may have technical lead responsibility in specific assignments (i.e., may direct work of RCL team members during day‐to‐day operations and in special field evaluation of technical equipment). This position is within the Analytical Services & Instrumentation Division of the Technical Services Department of the ES&H Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

You will 

• Act as primary author of all RCL procedures, collaborating with RCL team members to develop and maintain management system documents, equipment operation procedures, maintenance procedures, acceptance test procedures, and instrument calibration procedures. 
• Implement the RCL QA/QC Program and maintain related documents.
• Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and make mechanical and/or electrical repairs to radiation detection instruments and supporting equipment. Evaluate data provided by these instruments to assure they are calibrated.
• Act as a technical liaison between the RCL and ES&H disciplines, technicians, and clients to provide safe, reliable radiation detection instruments and research and evaluate new equipment and make recommendations that meet programmatic needs.
• Qualify and maintain proficiency in all RCL systems (i.e., Category II Sealed Source Irradiators, Gulmay X-Ray, pressure and flow systems, electronic pulsers, scalers, multimeters, etc.) and as an RCL Calibration Technician and provide training and mentorship to other RCL staff. 
• Maintain working-level knowledge of industry and statutory standards for equipment used for and related to the operation, service, and maintenance of radiation detection instruments (e.g., ANSI N323AB); adapt practices and guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or equivalent combination of education with extensive related experience. 
• Significant experience providing technical guidance and/or developing technical laboratory procedures.
• Technical expertise calibrating, operating, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting electromechanical equipment similar to health and safety‐related measurement and/or monitoring equipment.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex laboratory and instrumentation data, reporting results, and maintaining records using both manual and computer tools (e.g., measuring and testing equipment inventory management software).
• Knowledge of regulatory and/or international standards such as ANSI N323AB or ISO 17025 and ES&H QA/QC guidelines.
• Advanced organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail, accuracy and follow through.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of personnel, including professional and technical staff members.
• Knowledge of radiation fundamentals and experience working with radioactive sources and materials.

Qualifications We Desire

• Experience implementing, maintaining or evaluating a laboratory credential or other program certification.
• Advanced knowledge, skills and experience with radiation detection systems.
• Experience with computer-aided design software for use with 3D printing or other prototyping (e.g., CAD).

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Position Information

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

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

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