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Survey and Alignment Technician-Metrology

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab)
sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k), relocation assistance
United States, Virginia, Newport News
Oct 09, 2026
*At Jefferson Lab,you'llchampioncutting-edgescience and operational excellence while shaping the future of discovery. Join us and make your mark - where excellence meets purpose, andgreat mindstrulymatter.* The good-faith pay range for this role is $58,200- $83,500 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location. Company-provided relocation assistance will not be offered for this position. What your job will be like: Perform routine measurement and positioning tasks associated with the precision alignment of components in a particle accelerator. Work primarily as a member of an alignment crew, but also as a crew chief, when necessary. As a crew chief, supervise other staff, and take the responsibility of planning, selecting and ensuring correct alignment procedures are used for each task. Responsible for the accurate use and field calibration of instruments such as laser trackers and portable measurement arms, as well as optical levels, electronic theodolites, and fixed coordinate measuring machines. Utilize computer based survey systems. In this job you will: Perform precision alignment of components in the particle accelerator and other lab areas. Work as a member of an alignment crew. Lead crews as necessary. Ensure the effective planning and selection of correct alignment procedures are used for each task. Be responsible for the accurate use and field calibration of instruments such as laser trackers and portable measurement arms, as well as optical levels, electronic theodolites, and fixed coordinate measuring machines. Work under minimal supervision and interface with engineers, designers and physicists to accomplish the assigned tasks. Perform the duties of member of a metrology crew, responsible for the organization and quality of tasks assigned by the crew chief. Work with specialized survey software including Spatial Analyzer. Ensure survey planning and results are properly documented. Experience Required: 5 or more years Preferred: Some experience with metrology software packages (e.g. Spatial Analyzer, PolyWorks, Verisurf, etc.). Education Required: High School Diploma Preferred: Associate's Degree Surveying, Engineering Technology or related field Experience and Education Exchange Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities A basic understanding of geometry, trigonometry and coordinate systems. General computer skills. Some mechanical skills advantageous (e.g. use of basic hand tools). About Jefferson Lab Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campusis located insoutheasternVirginiaamidst a vibrant and growing technology community. A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world. Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab** At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to: * Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans * Flexible Spending Accounts * Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave) * 401(k) Plan - 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested * Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available) * Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs * Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast SURATech, LLC manages and operates the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab). SURATech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SURATech is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities (unless doing so will result in an undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to recruiting@jlab.org or contact Human Resources by calling (757) 269-7100 and selecting option 1 between 8 am - 5 pm EST to provide the nature of your request. Employment with SURATech is conditional upon DOE approval if at any time during your employment you are participating in a Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Program or Affiliated activity. Generally, such programs/activities include any foreign-state-sponsored attempt to acquire U.S.-funded scientific research through programs run or funded by the government that target scientists, engineers, students, academics, researchers, and entrepreneurs of all nationalities working or educated in the United States. This includes positions or appointments, both domestic and foreign, titled academic, professional, or institutional appointments whether or not remuneration is received and whether full-time, part-time or voluntary.