LLNL

Research

ExplosivesResearchExperimentLead

$175–250k ~AI est. Livermore, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“Explosives Research Experiment Lead at LLNL. Skills: Explosives research, Hydrodynamic experiments, Experimental design, Data analysis. Lead experimental activities. Plan experiments”

Industry & Context.

Research
Problems you'll solve

Address challenging problems; Identify/develop creative solutions

Eligibility Requirements

U.S. Citizenship, Travel based on needs, Work in Limited Areas, No personal mobile devices in Limited Areas, Pre-placement medical exam

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Obtain and maintain U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, U.S. Citizenship, Bachelor's degree in physics, engineering, or related field, Equivalent combination of education and experience, Comprehensive knowledge of science applicable to hydrodynamic testing, Hands-on experimental science experience, Experience managing medium-sized technical projects, Proficient written and verbal communication skills, Proficiency in standard office computing software

Nice to Have

Experience working around explosives, Experience using computer aided design tools, Experience managing other personnel, Experience diagnosing very fast transient phenomena, Experience modeling ionizing radiation effects, Dynamic radiography experience, High speed photography experience, Photonic Doppler Velocimetry experience, Radiometry experience, Pulsed power experience, System generated EMP experience, Grounding and shield experience

What You'll Do.

Lead experimental activities

Interpret experiments

Contribute scientific solutions

Develop experimental requirements

Implement experiment components

Monitor hardware assembly

Perform quality assurance checks

Direct setup and alignment

Plan projects to solve problems

Communicate lessons learned

Present research results

Disseminate research results

Develop advanced technical knowledge

Model diagnostic performance

Manage complex experiments

Oversee parallel experiments

Advocate for advanced diagnostics

Facilitate advanced diagnostics

Work with diagnostic designers

Integrate new capabilities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multi-disciplinary teams; Team-based research environment

Communication Scope

Present technical information; Explain technical information

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 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. We have an opening for an Explosives Research Experiment Lead. You will lead experimental activities, under general direction, involving the use of high explosives and other energetic materials, supporting the stewardship of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, conventional weapons design, counterterrorism efforts, and commercial partnerships. This position is within the Strategic Deterrence Directorate. This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options, may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization. This position will be filled at either level depending on your skills. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if you are selected at the higher level. In this role, you will * Plan, execute, diagnose, analyze and interpret explosively driven hydrodynamic experiments in collaboration with diagnostics operators, other scientists and high-level technical personnel, under limited direction and at various state-of-the-art facilities across the DOE weapons complex. * Contribute original scientific/engineering solutions to the design of hydrodynamic experiments, applying knowledge and skills. * Develop experimental requirements and assist with or contribute to the implementation

Free ATS check

Applying for this Explosives Research Experiment Lead role?

Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.

How to Apply on SmartRecruiters

  • SmartRecruiters often includes a video screening step — check camera and mic permissions.
  • Link your GitHub or portfolio directly in the profile section for technical roles.
  • Applications may be reviewed by AI scoring before reaching a recruiter — use keywords from the job description.

ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED

What do employees actually say about LLNL?

Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.

Read Company Rants →