Location: Amarillo, TX (Pantex Plant)
Job Title: Metrology Technician
Organization: Mechanical Lab (51387346)
Essential Job Duties
Performs work primarily in a specialized field of metrology. Depending upon job assignment and primary skill, the technician performs precise calibration, modification, and troubleshooting to ensure the accuracy of complex mechanical, physical, electronic, and health physics measuring instruments. These instruments are used to inspect and test weapons, weapons systems, and non-weapons systems within metrology parameters which include all basic measurement quantities such as length, mass, time, current, temperature, force, radiological exposure, decay rates and all derived quantities thereof. The technician works with precision artifacts and standards in the performance of these functions.
Typical Functions Of This Classification Are As Follows
- Maintains, tests, and cross-checks Pantex Metrology Laboratory primary reference standards for the basic quantities in the mechanical, physical, electronic and health physics measurement parameters.
- Participates in the performance of measurement audit packages and blind audits as prescribed by, and in close association with, the Associates Laboratories (AL) Primary Standards Laboratory, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and other AL Contractor Standards Laboratories in determining the competence of the Pantex Metrology Laboratory technical staff.
- Maintains, tests, calibrates, and certifies Pantex Metrology Laboratory working standards for use in the calibration and certification of test equipment.
- Maintains, tests, and certifies measuring and test equipment for use in weapons-related and general operations activities at the Plant.
- Initiates technical reports utilizing existing procedures, schematics, documents, and specifications to provide technical data to engineering staff for measurement system studies as requested.
- Performs mathematical calculations and technical evaluations.
- Assists in establishing new metrology procedures and techniques with a high degree of accuracy.
- Applies statistical quality control concepts and techniques by preparing statistical charts.
- Supports automated calibrations and test systems and measurement assurance programs.
- Performs tasks according to Standards, Internal Operating Procedures, Operation and Instruction Standards, and other written procedures or verbal instructions.
- Follows prescribed safety and security procedures.
- Maintains equipment and records as directed by good laboratory practices.
- Interprets drawings and procedures.
- Required to stay abreast of metrology aspects by learning new instructions, procedures, and equipment operations.
- Performs training functions once certified in the Pantex Metrology Department Certification Program.
- Ensures that protective clothing and equipment are used and that safety procedures are followed as applicable.
- Performs work with a high degree of accuracy in all phases of duties under general supervision.
- Responsible for maintaining a knowledge of applicable Federal, State, Department of Energy (DOE), Corporate and Plant rules, regulations, Labor Agreements and Plant-wide operating policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Required to attend and/or successfully complete training classes as determined by the Training and Development Technologies Department, through General Employee Training (Reference DOE Order 426.2), and Management.
- Participates in worker involvement including input to work planning and methods to identify hazards and controls.
- Understands a worker’s right to stop work when they feel their own or other’s personal safety is jeopardized.
- Attends all required safety meetings and trainng. Offers suggestions on improvements to the work environment.
Skills And Minimum Qualifications
- Must be able to perform all duties and functions outlined above.
- Must meet initial employment requirements.
- Must be able to read, write, and comprehend applicable written and oral instructions.
- Must be physically fit to perform the above job functions as determined by Medical Evaluation.
- Must have education and experience as noted in the specific requirements depending upon the job vacancy.
- Must demonstrate technical writing skills by possessing an ability to initiate and maintain neat, accurate, and complete procedures and documents.
- All qualifications, work history, training, and education are to be verified by direct contact with former employers and/or documented proof. Ability to perform the functions and responsibilities involved will be determined by a comprehensive interview and background evaluation.
Education
Mechanical/Dimensional Metrology
- Must have attained the National Certification in Machining; or Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL)/Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) (Level 5 - Journeyman, or higher level); or have an Associate Degree in Metrology, Airframe Mechanical Technician Degree, Industrial Manufacturing, Machining Technology or a related Engineering or Engineering Technology field.
- Must have a minimum of 2 years recent metrology experience as currently being performed in the applicable Pantex Metrology Standards Laboratory.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of precision measurement and precision measurement equipment as determined by a structured interview.
DOE Order 426.2 Requirements
- In addition to the above requirements, the applicant must also meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2A (i.e., 1 year job-related experience, or a DOE O 426.2A alternative). DOE O 426.2A experience requirements can be satisfied following employment. In the interim, newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2A)
Functional Requirements
- Lifting or carrying less than 51 pounds
- Straight pulling or pushing (2 hours/day)
- Reaching above shoulder level
- Repetitive motion of the wrist/forearm
- Walking (2 hours/day)
- Standing (2 hours/day)
- Operation of non-motorized vehicles
- Operation of motorized vehicle
- Normal far vision in at least one eye correctable to 20/40 (20 feet)
- Near vision (must be able to read computer screen, manuscript, book etc., at approximately 13-16 inches from face)
- Depth perception (ability to tell how close or far an object is)
- No evidence of current drug or alcohol abuse
- Ability to use small tools
- Ability to perform safety-sensitive duties
Environmental Factors
- Constant noise (ex: running engines)
- Excessive heat
- Excessive cold/chilling
- Fumes, smoke, gasses
- Works on slippery or uneven walking surfaces
- Works out of doors
- Ladders or scaffolding
- Around moving vehicles
- Prolonged or irregular hours
- Shift work
- Machinery with exposed moving parts
- Explosives
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
- Career advancement and professional development programs
- Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives
Why Pantex?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Pantex you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
Requires a Q clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.
Requires Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification. If the successful candidate is not currently certified in the HRP, the certification process will be initiated upon assumption of the position. If the successful candidate is currently certified in the HRP, a review for HRP certification in the appropriate category will be performed by the hiring manager and the HRP Management Official, and the certification process in the appropriate category will be initiated upon assumption of the position.
Pantex is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.
