Research and Development (R&D) jobs involve creating new products, improving existing ones, or developing innovative solutions and processes within various industries. The roles are typically characterized by a strong focus on innovation, problem-solving, and continuous learning, as individuals in R&D must keep abreast of cutting-edge technologies and scientific advancements. These positions can range from laboratory researchers, development engineers, to product developers, and are essential for companies looking to stay competitive by bringing novel ideas to market. R&D professionals often work in teams, engage in creative thinking, and are crucial in driving the future growth of their organizations.
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communications in complex RF environments in near real time. We have teams and projects that are working on protocol development, embedded systems technology, software-defined radios, and RF over fiber that provide a wide range of research opportunities and reach a broad array of sponsors.
The Resilient Communications group at ORNL has also just recently installed a ground station for space to ground communication development solutions thus providing an avenue for new and exciting opportunities involving satellite communications. ORNL is the home to the fastest supercomputer in the world, which allows our group to create complex simulations, such as of 5G environments, on HPC supercomputers
giving us an edge over many other research institutions. ORNL’s Resilient Communications group is seeking candidates that would like to participate in the wide array of RF projects and opportunities that we have at the lab.
While experience in most of the areas listed below is ideal, anyone that has the drive to want to be a part of the projects listed above and has just some experience in the responsibilities listed below are encouraged to apply. Beyond the technologies our group works on, the lab is full of subject matter experts that are constantly involved in unique and complex problems that we help solve through hardware and software solutions. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Performing
RF signal reception and transmission of data using various modulations schemes (FSK, PSK, QAM, etc.
). Using machine learning and artificial intelligence to develop phy layer solutions in real time. Working on a variety of assignments, collaborating with scientists and engineers, and expectation to produce reliable software and contributions to publications and funding proposals as needed. Providing specific input to the software and hardware components of system design to include hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components.
Developing reusable software and system components and integrate these into existing and new designs. Programming, testing, documenting, and managing data on new and existing software projects. Support of real-world test operations and developing bench and other test procedures Attending and presenting design reviews. Working in both classified and unclassified settings and on a wide variety of applied areas. Writing and participating in research proposals to major funding agencies. Present and report research results and publish scientific findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Provide Research and Development leadership to the group members that strategically advances science and technology consistent with ORNL's science culture and aspiration to be the world's premier institution. Initiate, lead and perform independent and impactful research on an ongoing basis as evidenced by, for example, innovative solutions delivered to sponsors, successful proposals, presentations, professional community engagement, inventions/patents/copyrights, publications as appropriate, etc. Develop and implement plans to exploit new opportunities and/or expand existing efforts.
Some travel may be required Basic Requirements: BS and 15+ years relevant experience or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Aerospace, or closely related discipline Comfortable working as part of a team. Experience in presenting work in a clear and concise manner Must possess a strong commitment to ethical and professional values as well as maintain a compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality standards. Special Requirement This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrate an understanding of object-oriented programming, writing well-formed code following industry standards and the ability to adapt to other diverse code style as needed. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work effectively, both independently and as a member of an agile development team is expected. Competent/familiar with embedded Linux, Python, and embedded C#/C/C++. Git experience, or equivalent source code management. Experience with open-source GNU Radio software. Experience with RF scanner/receivers, spectrum analyzers, or network analyzers Extensive experience with Software Defined Radio systems.
Experience with communication protocol development, signal analysis, and machine learning. Modulation, demodulation and signal separation techniques as well as some digital signal processing NVIDIA software experience Experience with writing proposals and developing technical work plans Excellent communications skills for visualization and presentation of methodology, results, and demonstrations. Experience working for or collaborating with DOE National Laboratories, academic institutions, other research organizations and the private sector.
Desirable: Linux kernel and driver development experience RF communications systems engineering and/or integration RF antenna design, analog and digital signal conversion, and Satellite Communications Experience with waveforms, waveform design, and characteristics Small satellite systems with an emphasis on downlink communications. This position will remain open for a minimum of 60 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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support services to organizations throughout ORNL. A growing body of data shows a strong correlation between the success of a change initiative and how well the people side of the change is managed. ORNL intends to couple this change management discipline with expertise in process engineering to provide more wholistic human-centered solutions that lead to operational excellence.
This role provides consultation to leaders on how to apply the process engineering discipline to achieve efficient and effective operations by improving quality, reducing costs, increasing productivity, and improving cycle time. The successful candidate will also be expected to partner with individuals from other
disciplines like change management, communications, and user experience to provide human-centered solutions for ORNL’s workforce. Through the execution of this transformation program, the person in this position will have a direct impact on ORNL’s mission.
Major Duties/Responsibilities: Provide process engineering thought leadership to various organizations to guide the implementation of successful project outcomes. This involves understanding the organization's culture, identifying potential risks, and creating plans for successful adoption. Drive for continuous improvement in the approach that we use to manage the change portfolio, bring industry best practices to inform a structured
process engineering methodology to evaluate and plan for change. Create and monitor action plans for process improvement initiatives.
Assist in project management as needed by the customer organizations. Develop and communicate actionable recommendations from a set of possibilities and synthesize findings well. Develop continuous improvement strategies by translating business objectives into actionable projects. Utilize a variety of lean process improvement tools and strategies to support a wide range of process improvement initiatives. With the assistance, as needed, from a change management specialist, develop change management plans for cross-cutting implementation efforts: create tailored, comprehensive plans for moving people forward, including communication, sponsorship, coaching, training, and resistance management.
Monitoring milestones related to ORNL’s portfolio of operational excellence projects. Defining key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of the implementation. This involves analyzing system's performance data and making recommendations for improvement. Post-Implementation/sustainment support: assisting with post-implementation activities, such as user adoption monitoring, identifying optimization opportunities, and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
Support other roles: serve as the coach and the go-to person responsible for enabling success with the other roles vital to process engineering. Provide leadership and coordination to a network of change management practitioners throughout the Laboratory. Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in an industrial or process engineering discipline with a minimum of 8 years of experience leading changes that directly influence people and provide measurable benefit to the organization. A masters in similar disciplines with a minimum of 7 - years of experience would also be considered. Demonstrated experience in leading process changes in large, complex organizations. Preferred Qualifications: Candidates for this position should have a background that would enable them to use a variety of reliability analytics or performance monitoring tools such as causal analysis, statistical analysis, value stream mapping, FMEA, data analytics, business intelligence software, and/or Lean/Six Sigma.
Experience that crosscuts with other disciplines that can be used to create more wholistic human-centered solutions like change management, communications, and user experience. Change management certification or designation would be a benefit. Prosci certification preferred. Experience working in a DOE or other research facility. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent active listening skills Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with leaders at all levels of the organization.
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Management & Executive Jobs refer to positions within an organization that involve overseeing operations and making strategic decisions to guide the company towards its objectives. These roles are characterized by leadership responsibilities, high-level planning, and typically require extensive experience. Executives set the vision and goals, while managers ensure that daily activities align with these directives. Such positions often demand strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to solve complex problems and adapt to changing business environments.
We apply our expertise to address national priorities in energy, security, and scientific discovery. In this position you will initiate and lead research efforts involving teams of ORNL researchers and external collaborators, using your deep expertise and broad perspective to drive the field of quantum computing forward.
You will advance the theory of quantum computing and/or develop and demonstrate quantum algorithms addressing computing challenges within the mission of the DOE Office of Science. You will leverage ORNL’s world-class computational facilities and unique multidisciplinary collaborative environment where domain scientists from condensed matter, nuclear, and high energy physics
work together with applied mathematicians, computer scientists, and quantum information researchers with the goal of advancing the cutting-edge research in scientific computing.
We are looking for a motivated self-starter with excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work independently within a fast-paced collaborative research environment, be able to set priorities and accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and able to adapt to changing needs. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Develop and execute a research agenda addressing an important topic area in quantum computing Propose and lead medium size R&D projects (roughly $300K-$1M/year) Develop collaborations
with research groups within and outside ORNL Regularly report progress and results to collaborators, sponsors, and the broader scientific community via peer-reviewed technical articles, conference presentations, and technical reports.
Represent ORNL as a subject matter expert Promote the development of junior researchers through scientific leadership and guidance Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications: A Ph. D. in physics, computer science, computer engineering, or a related discipline with specialization in quantum computer science A minimum of 6 years R&D experience in quantum computing theory and/or algorithms. A demonstrated record of productive and creative research as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals Preferred Qualifications: 10 or more years of R&D experience in quantum computing theory and/or algorithms. Experience proposing and managing successful multi-institution projects Familiarity with the US quantum computing funding landscape Familiarity with the DOE national laboratory system Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey key scientific truths to general audiences ORNL Ethics and Conduct: As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will be expected to commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct.
Our full code of conduct, and a statement by the Lab Director's office can be found here: www. ornl. gov/content/research-integrity Benefits at ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.
Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. In addition, we offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: or call 1.866.963. xyz X. #li-kc1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured.
pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate who will support the Particle Fuel Forms (PFF) Group in the Nuclear Fuel Development (NFD) Section within the Nuclear Energy and Fuel Cycle Division. The PFF Group is a global leader in coated particle fuel research for advanced reactors (e. g. tristructural isotropic (TRISO) coated particle
fuel) and emerging nuclear technologies (e. g. space nuclear propulsion). The PFF group supports activities related to both fabrication and post-irradiation examination of coated particle fuel and fuel forms.
This position would directly support the DOE’s Office of Nuclear Energy’s Advanced Gas Reactor Fuel Development and Qualification (AGR) Program’s post-irradiation examination (PIE) activities at ORNL. The activities include analysis of radionuclide retention after irradiation and high-temperature testing and evaluation of overall TRISO particle fuel performance. The role’s primary focus will be integrating with experimental activities, interpreting fission product release data, and
leading integration of ORNL-generated AGR program data into the Nuclear Data Management and Analysis System (NDMAS).
The successful candidate will strongly collaborate with staff within the PFF and the Nuclear Fuel Development section. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Develop a working knowledge of the overall technology and performance of TRISO fuel, as well as specific procedures and results related to PIE and safety testing at ORNL. Lead integration of ORNL PIE data into NDMAS by reviewing and summarizing data into structured formats suitable for archival access and interfacing with colleagues at the Idaho National Laboratory to upload final data files to NDMAS.
Interface with PFF research staff to present and report research results and publish results in technical reports and peer-reviewed journals in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health, and quality assurance requirements. Effectively communicate and collaborate with other technical staff and interface with staff outside of the home organization to meet research objectives. Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications: A Ph D in nuclear engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field completed within the last 5 years Preferred Qualifications: Experience with nuclear fuel or materials Experience with data analysis and Excel Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrated ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment and set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines. Excellent written and oral communication skills Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs Applicants cannot have received their Ph.
D. more than five years prior to the date of application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment. The appointment length will be for up to 24 months with the potential for extension.
Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding. Please submit three letters of reference when applying to this position. You can upload these directly to your application or have them sent to with the position title and number referenced in the subject line. Instructions to upload documents to your candidate profile: Login to your account via jobs. ornl. gov View Profile Under the My Documents section, select Add a Document Benefits at ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.
Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. Other benefits include: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: l Requirements: Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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and quantum sensing. We apply our expertise to address national priorities in energy, security, and scientific discovery. In this position you will initiate and lead R&D efforts involving teams of ORNL researchers and external collaborators, using your deep expertise and broad perspective to develop innovative new software-based capabilities for quantum computing.
You will design and oversee the implementation of software for quantum computing, potentially including: programming languages at all levels of abstraction (from domain-specific languages to quantum hardware control); application libraries; compilers, translators, and program analyzers; interfaces between software tools; integrated
quantum programming environments; error mitigation and post-processing; verification and debugging; and HPC simulation of quantum computers. Your efforts will support a growing number of application areas including quantum physical sciences (chemistry, material science, condensed matter physics nuclear physics, high energy physics), machine learning, optimization, and computational fluid dynamics.
We are looking for a motivated self-starter with excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to work independently within a fast-paced collaborative research environment, be able to set priorities and accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and able to adapt to changing
needs. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Develop and execute a research agenda bringing new software-based capabilities to quantum computing Propose and lead medium size R&D projects (roughly $300K-$1M/year) Develop collaborations with research groups within and outside ORNL Regularly release production-quality code Regularly report progress and results to collaborators, sponsors, and the broader scientific community via peer-reviewed technical articles, conference presentations, and technical reports.
Represent ORNL as a subject matter expert Promote the development of junior researchers through scientific leadership and guidance Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success. Basic Qualifications: A Ph. D. in computational science, software engineering, or a related discipline A minimum of 6 years of relevant research experience, including at least 2 years of computational science, at least 4 years of development of production-quality software, and at least 4 years in quantum computing.
An excellent record of technical creativity and productivity as demonstrated by code releases and publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences Preferred Qualifications: 10 or more years of experience, including at least 2 years of computational science, at least 6 years of development of production-quality software, and at least 6 years in quantum computing Proficiency in C++ and parallel programming (MPI/Open MP) Experience proposing and managing successful multi-institution projects Familiarity with the US quantum computing funding landscape Familiarity with the DOE national laboratory system Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey key scientific truths to general audiences ORNL Ethics and Conduct: As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will be expected to commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct.
Our full code of conduct, and a statement by the Lab Director's office can be found here: www. ornl. gov/content/research-integrity Benefits at ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.
Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. In addition, we offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: or call 1.866.963. xyz X. #li-kc1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size.
Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
Research and Development (R&D) jobs involve creating new products, improving existing ones, or developing innovative solutions and processes within various industries. The roles are typically characterized by a strong focus on innovation, problem-solving, and continuous learning, as individuals in R&D must keep abreast of cutting-edge technologies and scientific advancements. These positions can range from laboratory researchers, development engineers, to product developers, and are essential for companies looking to stay competitive by bringing novel ideas to market. R&D professionals often work in teams, engage in creative thinking, and are crucial in driving the future growth of their organizations.
designs and will also perform and provide analysis and interpretation of dynamic test data. Purpose: ESED serves the nation in two critical areas: advancing enrichment technologies and exploring enriched stable isotope production and applications. The division leverages an elite staff of scientists and engineers with the world-leading capabilities of ORNL to deliver groundbreaking advancements with a variety of applications, from national security to life-saving medical treatments.
ESED is the national steward for the research, development, and demonstration of centrifuge technology. The successful candidate will provide research and development (R&D) leadership to the group that strategically
advances science and technology focused on gas testing of prototype enrichment devices for processing uranium-bearing and stable isotope compounds. The Mechanical Systems Modeling Group applies first principles and empirical approaches to advance the physics and engineering understanding of gas centrifuges using analytical methods and computational tools such as finite element analysis (FEA).
The Rotor Dynamics Engineer will perform research and development (R&D) in rotor dynamics, bearings, and suspension systems (including squeeze film dampers) of gas centrifuges for processing uranium-bearing and stable isotope compounds. Major Duties and Responsibilities Major duties will include
developing and executing research tasks focused on characterizing the dynamic performance of enrichment devices and their subassemblies.
This position will involve developing complex dynamic simulations of these devices. These activities will include using rotor analysis and design codes to predict rotor and suspension dynamic performance as part of either the rotor/suspension design or the test measurement evaluation process. This work may also include the modification of existing or the development of new dynamic models to extend analysis capabilities. The successful candidate will be heavily involved with developing and coordinating tests to validate these simulations.
Finally, the candidate will be responsible for understanding and contributing to detailed formal designs, test plans, test data analytics, and fabrication plans in coordination with stakeholder personnel. Additional duties include the following: Independently perform complex rotor dynamic analysis. Participate in developing R&D activities in rotor dynamics for the group, section, and directorate. Interact with team members to execute and report on relevant project elements. Actively collaborate with domain experts from US government laboratories and academia involved in similar efforts.
Publish high-quality research results in peer-reviewed open or classified journals and conferences, if authorized by the sponsoring agency. Basic Qualifications: B. S. with 5 years or a M. S. degree with 3 years of relevant experience with a mechanical engineering, engineering science and mechanics, or a closely related engineering or science discipline. Applied and modeling experience in the areas of rotor dynamics, rotor stability, bearings (hydrodynamic and rolling element), squeeze film dampers, dynamic testing, signal processing, and data analysis. Preferred Qualifications: Strong computational skills with modeling and simulation experience with rotor dynamic analysis codes.
A record of technical publications. Experience with modeling rotating equipment. Applied experience in the areas of rotor dynamics; bearing selection and modeling; rotor balancing; and dynamic testing, including designing and performing measurements and analyzing test results. Excellent communication (verbal and written), strategic planning, organization, and decision-making skills. Demonstrated prior research and development leadership experience. Special Requirements: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance from the US Department of Energy.
As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a preplacement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. About the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED): Established in 2020, ISED is strengthening ORNL’s leadership in isotope production and enrichment technology innovation. ISED is guiding the laboratory’s pursuit of the fundamental science and technology that broadens the application of isotopes for energy, environmental, medical, and national security purposes.
These efforts are made possible through the High Flux Isotope Reactor, the Radiochemical Engineering Development Center, ORNL’s other nuclear facilities, and an assemblage of world-leading scientists and engineers. Please visit www. ornl. gov/directorate/isotopes for more information about ISED. Benefits at ORNL: UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, and fitness facilities.
Relocation: Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details. For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About” tab at jobs. ornl. gov. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.
doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
research needs for the Department of Energy and other Government agencies with goals ranging from improvements to energy efficiency, transitioning to renewable energy, improving the resiliency of the national electric infrastructure, and growing national defense.
Applications will focus on discrete event simulation and utilization of machine learning approaches for scalable simulation. The Software systems engineer will play an integral role in prototyping, demonstrating, and transitioning to production complex systems to meet these diverse objectives. This position resides in Systems Engineering and Cybernetics Group in the Computational Sciences & Engineering Division of the Computing
& Computational Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). As a U. S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems.
We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation
into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
Major Duties/Responsibilities: Work with a team to move research concepts from exploratory prototype to delivered systems. Research, develop and implement machine learning-driven algorithms for improved computational efficiency and scalability. Apply sophisticated computing and machine learning capabilities to solve scientific challenges within ORNL. Build, test, and maintain software elements of these systems. Support modeling and simulation activities to exercise software elements. Support field exercises to demonstrate system capabilities. Provide technical leadership for software development teams.
Mentor new and junior technical staff. Basic Qualifications: A master’s degree in computer science, electrical or computer engineering, or other field relevant to the job duties. 4+ years of systems software experience. Experience developing machine learning approaches for scalable simulation and discrete event simulation. Experience programming in Python and C++. Preferred Qualifications: 6 or more years of experience relevant to the job duties. Experience with modelling and simulation of complex, interdisciplinary systems. Extensive experience working with Py Torch and Tensor Flow.
Knowledge of computer architecture, computer networking, and experience with the development of virtualization technologies and/or computer system simulations. Experience in software architecture and enterprise-scale application development for sophisticated scientific projects. Extensive experience in Internet of Things (IOT) applications, machine learning, cloud-based software deployment, and embedded systems. Experience in leading and working in Agile software development environments. Excellent interpersonal skills for working within a highly diverse team, as well as strong oral and written communications skills, good organizational habits, and a high degree of personal motivation.
A commitment to lifelong learning. Special Requirement: Q Clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. Benefits at ORNL: ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.
Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience. Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: or call 1.866.963. xyz X. In addition, we offer a flexible work environment that supports both the organization and the employee. A hybrid/onsite working arrangement may be available with this position. #li-kc1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured.
pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
multiple highly ranked Top500 Supercomputers, including the first exaflop supercomputer, Frontier.
The Team: As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will work within the HPC Infrastructure and Platforms group to support all activities of our supercomputer center.
Our primary platform is the OLCF Slate Service, built on Kubernetes and Red Hat Open Shift, which provides a container orchestration service for running critical operation applications and user-managed persistent applications that run alongside our OLCF Supercomputer systems and other OLCF supported HPC clusters. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Improve reliability, scalability and quality of our Kubernetes and Linux based
applications and services. Define and implement define critical metrics, processes and drive continuous improvement. Capture and analyze metrics to assist in tuning operating systems and applications.
Diagnose system operational problems quickly and effectively. Participate in on-call rotation providing 24-hour, 7-day support and off-hours maintenance windows. Coordinate with vendors to resolve hardware and software problems. Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one
another, work together, and measure success. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or closely related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience as an SRE/Systems Engineer.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Strong working knowledge of Unix system fundamentals and common network protocols. Experience managing Linux/UNIX operating systems in a heterogeneous environment. Proven understanding of networked computing environment concepts. Ability to develop and maintain programs and scripts that aid in the operation and automation using various shell (primarily bash) and high-level languages (Python or Go).
Ability to proactively identify performance issues, problems, and areas for improvement. Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment software methodologies and how they apply to SRE/systems engineering. Understanding of code review and familiarity with tools like Git Hub and Git Lab Experience using tools such as Nagios, Grafana and Prometheus to monitor systems, metrics, and create dashboards. Experience implementing systems/services using virtual machines and Kubernetes resources.
Experience deploying and maintaining automated configuration management software such as Puppet or Ansible Experience implementing systems-level security technologies like SELinux and following best security practices. Special Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse program (WSAP) testing designed position which requires passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in which employees are subject to being randomly selected for testing.
The occupant of this position will also be subject to an ongoing requirement to report to ORNL any drug-related arrest or conviction or receipt of a positive drug test result. #LI-KC1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.
If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
multiple highly ranked Top500 Supercomputers, including the world’s first exaflop system, Frontier.
The Team: As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will work within the HPC Infrastructure and Platforms group to support all activities of our supercomputer center.
Our primary platform is the OLCF Slate Service, built on Kubernetes and Red Hat Open Shift, which provides a container orchestration service for running critical operation applications and user-managed persistent applications that run alongside our OLCF Supercomputer systems and other OLCF managed HPC clusters. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Improve reliability, scalability and quality of our Kubernetes and Linux based applications
and services. Define and implement define KPIs, processes and drive continuous improvement. Gather and analyze metrics to assist in tuning operating systems and applications.
Diagnose system operational problems quickly and effectively. Participate in on-call rotation providing 24-hour, 7-day support and off-hours maintenance windows. Coordinate with vendors to resolve hardware and software problems. Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and
measure success. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or closely related field and a minimum of 2 years of experience as an SRE/Systems Engineer.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Working knowledge of Unix system fundamentals and common network protocols. Understanding of networked computing environment concepts. Ability to develop and maintain programs and scripts that aid in the operation and automation using various shell (primarily bash) and high-level languages (Python or Go).
Understanding of proactive identification of performance issues, problems, and areas for improvement. Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment software methodologies and how they apply to SRE/systems engineering. Understanding of code review and familiarity with tools like Git Hub and Git Lab Experience using tools such as Nagios, Grafana and Prometheus to monitor systems, metrics, and create dashboards. Experience running containerized workloads in a production environment. Special Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy.
As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse program (WSAP) testing designed position which requires passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in which employees are subject to being randomly selected for testing. The occupant of this position will also be subject to an ongoing requirement to report to ORNL any drug-related arrest or conviction or receipt of a positive drug test result. #LI-KC1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
communications in complex RF environments in near real time. Our projects involve developing unique protocols, advancing embedded systems technology, software-defined radios, and RF over fiber providing a wide range of research opportunities and reaching a broad array of sponsors.
The Resilient Communications group at ORNL has also recently installed a ground station for space to ground communication development providing an avenue for new and exciting opportunities involving satellite communications. ORNL is the home to the fastest supercomputer in the world, which allows our group the opportunity to create complex simulations, such as of 5G RF environments, on HPC supercomputers giving
us an edge over many other research institutions. ORNL’s Resilient Communications group is seeking candidates who would like to participate in the wide array of RF projects and opportunities available at the lab.
While experience in most of the areas listed below is ideal, anyone with the drive to be a part of the projects listed above and has some experience in the responsibilities listed below are encouraged to apply. Beyond the technologies our group works on, the lab is full of subject matter experts who are constantly involved in unique and complex problems that we help solve through hardware and software solutions. Main job responsibilities for the position include working with
a team that: Uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to develop PHY layer solutions.
Performs modulation/demodulation of RF signals utilizing various antenna and modulations schemes (FSK, PSK, QAM, etc. ). Develops new and analyzes existing wireless communication protocols. Provides specific input to software and hardware components of system design, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, use of Commercial Off-the-shelf (COTS) in place of new development, and requirements analysis and synthesis from system level to individual software components. Supports real-world test operations and developing bench test procedures Attends and presents design reviews.
Working in both classified and unclassified settings and on a wide variety of applied areas. Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success. We are primarily seeking a candidate who is driven and wants to work on solving hard problems that utilize RF systems. A few of the essential qualifications are listed below followed by a list of desired but not required qualifications.
Essential Qualifications: Competent/familiar with embedded Linux and Python Git experience, or equivalent source code management. Some experience with open-source GNU Radio software and Software Defined Radio systems. Must possess a strong commitment to ethical and professional values as well as maintain a compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality standards. Desirable Qualifications: NVIDIA software experience Experience with RF scanner/receivers, spectrum analyzers, or network analyzers Experience with communication protocol development, signal analysis, and machine learning.
Digital signal processing Linux kernel and driver development experience RF communications systems engineering and/or integration RF antenna design, analog and digital signal conversion, and Satellite Communications Experience with waveforms, waveform design, and characteristics Small satellite systems with an emphasis on downlink communications. Experience with writing proposals and developing technical work plans Excellent communications skills for visualization and presentation of methodology, results, and demonstrations. Comfortable working as part of a team.
Some travel may be required. Special Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
qualified individuals to play a key role in improving the security, performance, and reliability of the NCCS computing infrastructure which supports multiple highly ranked Top500 Supercomputers, including the world’s first exaflop system, Frontier! The Team: As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will work within the HPC Infrastructure and Platforms group to support all activities of our supercomputer center.
Our primary platform is the OLCF Slate Service, built on Kubernetes and Red Hat Open Shift, which provides a container orchestration service for running critical operation applications and user-managed persistent applications that run alongside our OLCF Supercomputer systems
and other OLCF-run HPC clusters. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Lead ongoing improvements in reliability and scalability for our Kubernetes and Linux based applications and services.
Contribute as senior technical resource to deliver highest-quality practices and standards for the center. Provide primary operational support and engineering for production applications. Define and implement define important metrics, processes and drive continuous improvement. Influence the architecture and implementation of solutions. Tune operating systems and applications to increase performance and reliability of services. Mentor junior staff and enable them for success. Diagnose system operational problems
quickly and optimally. Participate in on-call rotation providing 24-hour, 7-day support and off-hours maintenance windows.
Coordinate with vendors to resolve hardware and software problems. Drive ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by encouraging a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in computer science or closely related field and at least 8 years proven experience as an SRE/Systems Engineer. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal/communication skills, and desire to work as part of a team. Solid understanding of Unix system fundamentals and common network protocols. Experience managing Linux/UNIX operating systems in a heterogeneous environment. Proficiency in networked computing environment concepts. Ability to develop and maintain programs and scripts that aid in the operation and automation using various shell (primarily bash) and high-level languages (Python or Go). Ability to proactively identify performance issues, problems, and areas for improvement.
Ability to identify requirements and to define, plan, and implement requisite solutions. Ability to plan, organize, prioritize tasks, and complete assigned projects with minimal direction. Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment software methodologies and how they apply to SRE/systems engineering. An understanding of code review and familiarity with tools like Git Hub and Git Lab Experience using tools such as Nagios, Grafana and Prometheus to supervise systems, metrics, and build dashboards. Experience crafting and implementing highly available systems/services using virtual machines and Kubernetes resources.
Experience participating in an opensource community with patches accepted upstream. Experience deploying and maintaining automated configuration management software such as Puppet or Ansible Experience implementing systems-level security technologies like SELinux and following standard processes in security. Special Requirement: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse program (WSAP) testing designed position which requires passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program in which employees are subject to being randomly selected for testing.
The employee will also be subject to an ongoing requirement to report to ORNL any drug-related arrest or conviction or receipt of a positive drug test result. #LI-KC1 This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (. doc,docx), Adobe (unsecured. pdf), Rich Text Format (. rtf), and HTML (. htm,html) up to 5MB in size.
Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
