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Development Engineer
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Job Location:
Amarillo, TX - USA
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Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
16 September 2026 (7 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
14 December 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Location: Amarillo TX
Job Title: Development Engineer
Career Level From: Associate
Career Level To: Senior Associate
Organization: Technology Development ()
Job Specialty: Core Engineering
What Youll Do
As an Electrical Engineer in the Technology Development you will not just write code analyze circuits or develop prototypes; you will be directly contributing to the strength and viability of the United States nuclear deterrent. Your daily efforts in meeting the needs of both the design agencies and the plant will safeguard the nation. You will bridge the gap between complex hardware and custom software ensuring the highly specialized instrumentation used in our mission-critical operations performs flawlessly.
In this role you will lead cutting-edge research and development activities taking ownership of technical engineering projects from conceptual design through prototype testing and final qualification. You will be the hands-on expert who integrates advanced electro-mechanical systems directly into our manufacturing processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drive Custom Software & Hardware Integration: Design develop and maintain our critical custom-built software systems (utilizing C-Sharp (C#) / C plus plus (C ) / Java) instead of relying on commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software. You will implement stringent software quality assurance methods to ensure absolute reliability in high-stakes environments.
- Design Electro-Mechanical & Analytical Systems: Architect and analyze complex analog/digital hardware embedded processing systems and high-speed communication interfaces. You will lead the development of in situ analysis instrumentation for nondestructive evaluation in manufacturing incorporating vacuum technologies and laser-based systems.
- Serve as a Technical Liaison & Project Leader: Function as the primary on-site liaison with national laboratory design agencies National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) headquarters vendors and internal departments. You will conduct formal technical presentations to plant personnel and federal representatives to drive alignment on vital national security projects.
- Manage Program Lifecycles: Translate weapon requirements provided by design agencies into detailed executable technical specifications for testers and written procedures. You will write and execute rigorous test plans exercise independent judgment to manage planned costs and schedules and quickly develop recovery plans when project parameters shift.
- Mentor and Innovate: Act as a leader and technical advisor to other engineers scientists and technicians. You will continuously recommend advancements in automation technology utilization and procedural efficiency to optimize Pantexs production operations.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Bachelors degree in engineering/science discipline
- OR Masters degree in engineering/science discipline
- OR PhD degree in engineering/science discipline
Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2A Requirements
Applicants must meet the requirements of DOE O 426.2 (i.e. Baccalaureate in engineering or related science 2 years job-related and at least 1 year nuclear experience or a DOE O 426.2 alternative). DOE 426.2 experience requirements can be satisfied following the interim newly hired personnel will not be assigned duties that could impact the safety basis of nuclear facilities. (Ref. DOE O 426.2)
Preferred Job Requirements
- Bachelors degree in engineering or a related field from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited program in the United States or designated equivalents thru ABET Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA).
- There is a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement up to 4 years post-graduation at time of offer and confirmed by transcript. Beyond four years from graduation engineering experience will supersede GPA as a requirement for hire.
- 3.0/4.0 minimum cumulative GPA for Bachelor degree
- 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA for Master degree
- 3.5 minimum cumulative GPA for PhD
- Technical knowledge in technical principles theories and concepts of engineering systems related to design analysis testing qualification and engineering application of computers
- Experience in software development using C-# or C is desired as well as database design and software Quality assurance methods
- Knowledge of communication over high speed interface and Recommended Standard 232 (RS-232) as well as analog/digital hardware design and embedded processing
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate through oral and written word read and interpret drawings and specifications and convert the criteria into detailed written procedures
- Ability to exercise initiative independent judgment and discretion under limited supervision; develop manage and report planned cost and scheduled work; and develop a plan for recovery in order to successfully achieve overall objectives
- Development of in situ analysis instrumentation for manufacturing applications
- This includes electro-mechanical design understanding of vacuum technology laser based systems and integration with manufacturing processes in a nondestructive evaluation
#JointheMission: Your Impact Starts Here
At Pantex you wont just find a jobyoull discover a career of purpose safeguarding national security through work performed nowhere else on Earth. We empower dedicated innovative individuals like you to achieve their greatest impact surrounded by exceptional talent and limitless opportunities for professional growth.
When you #JointheMission you choose a lifetime career where your commitment is genuinely valued and rewarded. At Pantex we believe that extraordinary talent thrives when supported by a balanced life. Discover the flexibility that empowers you to excel coupled with a benefits package designed for your total peace of mind from comprehensive health coverage and robust retirement planning to opportunities for continuous learning through education reimbursement.
Notes
The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.
If a range of Career Levels is posted i.e. Senior Associate to Senior Specialist internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.
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.
Position may require entry into Materials Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP). If HRP is required candidate must complete a counterintelligence-scope polygraph pursuant to 10 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 709. Medical requirements may apply.
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 random selection for drug testing without advance notification.
Pantex is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination in the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation pregnancy age religion national origin ancestry genetic information disability veteran status or other characteristic protected by law. Such terms and conditions of employment include but are not limited to hiring training promotion discipline compensation benefits and termination of employment. Pantex takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans; including disabled veterans recently separated veterans active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans and Armed Forces service medal veterans. All employment decisions are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications.
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