Work Control Planner 4 - Detonator Production

Work Control Planner 4 Detonator Production

Location: Los Alamos, NM | 100% Onsite (TA-22)
Compensation : $71-$74
Schedule: Mon–Thu | 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM (4/10s)
Duration: Through 05/12/2028 | Extension & conversion possible 
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship Required
Clearance: Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance | A-Level Access Required

WHY THIS ROLE

The Detonator Production division at LANL is one of the most technically demanding environments in the country. As WCP4 supporting the Infrastructure and Planning Office, you'll develop complex planning packages for unique programmatic weapons systems equipment - including Wabash presses, lithography machines, and high-explosive area systems. This role demands meticulous technical writing, robust electrical safety knowledge, and the ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and management to get it right. If a well-written work package is as important to you as the work itself, this is your role.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop preventive and corrective maintenance planning packages for unique weapons systems equipment across DP-2, DP-3, and DP-4
• Write detailed step-by-step work instructions, safety requirements, LOTO procedures, and material/labor estimates for high-consequence activities
• Plan work in high-explosives areas - diligently ensuring only approved items and procedures are used
• Implement and follow the Integrated Safety Management (ISM) process; apply electrical safety and chemical hazard awareness throughout
• Maintain data accuracy across Asset Suite CMMS, MicroStrategy, and internal backlog tracking tools
• Train other planners in work package development; collaborate with managers and vendors to extract correct information

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of related experience - or equivalent combination of education and direct work control planning experience
• Actual work package planning and technical writing experience - field experience without planning/writing skills is a disqualifier
• Robust electrical safety background - isolation procedures, LOTO, safe work practices in complex facilities
• Familiarity with the ISM process and DOE work authorization requirements
• Ability to interpret complex mechanical and electrical drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• CMMS experience - Asset Suite or SAP preferred; strong Microsoft Office skills required
• Strong communicator - able to connect with engineers, operations personnel, and management to gather accurate information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience at LANL, NNSA, DOE, or other nuclear/weapons production facilities
• Experience in or planning for high-explosives areas; familiarity with Wabash presses or lithography machines
• Chemical hazard awareness; experience with troubleshooting and repair documentation
• MicroStrategy or similar reporting/analytics tool experience

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Onsite at TA-22 (Buildings 91, 93, 115) | Secure classified environment | A-Level Access required
• Local candidates preferred for immediate start - per diem eligibility reconsidered after 3–4 weeks
• Moderate physical demands: bending, kneeling, squatting, ladder climbing; no driving or travel required

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS - READ BEFORE APPLYING

• Must be a U.S. Citizen - Q Clearance eligibility requires citizenship, no exceptions
• Must have Bachelor's degree + 12 years experience OR equivalent direct work control planning experience
• Must have actual planning and technical writing experience - field experience only will not be considered
• Must be available 100% onsite at TA-22, Los Alamos, NM - no hybrid or remote