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Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a LabVIEW Systems Engineer (3836) in Oak Ridge, TN.\n\nNavarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client's success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.\n\nBackground\nThis position directly supports the Defense Fuels mission space by enabling reliable, high-speed data acquisition and controls integration across critical fuel infrastructure.\nThe engineer ensures secure, compliant operations where high-speed LabVIEW systems interface with low-speed PLC-controlled platforms to maintain mission-critical readiness.\nThis role provides engineering support across multiple test operations, spanning small benchtop test setups through large-scale industrial test stands.\nThis position requires an active DOE Q clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.\nJob Description Summary\nLead high-speed LabVIEW data acquisition and control system development integrating low-speed PLC-based subsystems.\nEnsure synchronized communication, data integrity, and reliability across multi-platform control architectures.\nSupport a diverse portfolio of test stands ranging from small-scale component validation rigs to fully integrated large-scale system qualification stands.
Job Responsibility:
Architect, develop, and maintain LabVIEW applications for high-speed data acquisition and real-time control
Design communication bridges between high-speed LabVIEW systems and low-speed PLC platforms
Collaborate with PLC engineers to align LabVIEW logic with interlocks, alarming, and I/O management
Prepare wiring diagrams, loop sheets, channel maps, and system documentation
Coordinate with vendors and generate technical reports
Implement software configuration management for LabVIEW, FPGA, and test automation code
Lead automation initiatives using Python, MATLAB, and AI-supported engineering processes
Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
Provide engineering design, troubleshooting, and commissioning support across multiple test stands of varying scale and complexity.
Requirements:
B.S. or M.S. in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience with LabVIEW development and test system integration
Experience coordinating LabVIEW applications with PLC-controlled systems
Experience supporting both small-scale and large-scale automated test stands
Experience designing and validating automated test stands or instrumentation systems
Excellent technical communication and documentation skills
Active Department of Energy Q clearance
Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.
Nice to have:
NI CLD or CLA certification
Experience with LabVIEW RT/FPGA and deterministic data streaming
Familiarity with PlantPAx, FactoryTalk, OPC UA, Modbus, and industrial networks
Knowledge of ISA standards, SIS concepts, PHA, NFPA, and NEC codes
Experience applying AI/ML in test or industrial automation systems.