Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Posting duration
This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the ‘posting date’Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
Covid-19 vaccination mandate
Sandia demonstrates its commitment to public safety in the national interest by requiring that all new hires attest to their vaccination status before commencing employmentThe requirement also applies to those who are telecommuting and working virtually.
Any concerns about the ability to meet this requirement should be directed to hr solutions at (505) 284-4700.
What your job will be like
The monitor integration and switchtube component component engineering department (07581) is seeking a engineering support technologist
The successful candidate will support the engineering staff with hands-on design, prototype and small batch device assembly, device testing, troubleshooting, and device system integration of neutron generator monitors (ngms) and their related calibration devices and equipment within the ngm lab and across the nuclear security enterpriseThey will join a high performing research and development team in the design, development, qualification, and delivery of ngmsThese components are designed to meet demanding performance specifications, offer extremely high reliability, integrate with complex host systems, and meet stringent survivability requirements in adverse environmentsThe technical team uses scientific theory and methods, materials science, advanced circuit modeling, simulation, electrical and mechanical design and prototyping techniques to accomplish their mission.
Qualifications we require
Associate degree in electrical engineering or electronics technology, plus two or more years of directly related experience, or bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology.
Able to obtain and maintain a doe q-level security clearance.
Qualifications we desire
Experience with electronics assembly and diagnostics, wiring, soldering, etc.
Experience/course work in troubleshooting electronic circuits and printed circuit boards.
Experience working hands-on in a lab and/or in a production environment.
Experience/course work with analog/digital electrical circuits/circuit design and engineering
Experience/course work with light mechanical fabrication and tool use for laboratory work.
Experience/course work in application of the scientific method; gathering, analyzing and summarizing technical data for decision making purposes.
Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work in a diverse team environment and collaborate with engineers and other technologists to solve problems.
Good communication skills with the ability to develop and present ideas/results to the team.
Desire to work in a fast-paced/schedule driven environment with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deliverable deadlines.
Active doe q-level security clearance.
About our team
The monitor integration and switchtube component component engineering department (07581) is an integrated science- and engineering-based design, development, and production organization that delivers two main products, neutron detectors and high-voltage vacuum switches to support national security needsThis posting is specific to the neutron generator monitor (ngm) team, which has responsibility for the entire ngm product realization lifecycle and the devices used to characterize ngms (controlatrons, portable neutron detectors, lead probes, x-ray sources) with opportunities in applied research, design engineering, test engineering, product and process engineering, industrial engineering, and tooling/equipment engineering.
About sandia
Sandia national laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areasSome of the main reasons we love our jobs:
Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
Extraordinary co-workers
Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
World-changing technologiesLife-changing careersLearn more about sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov
These benefits vary by job classification.
Security clearance
Sandia is required by doe to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verificationsApplicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a doe q-level security clearance, which requires u.sCitizenshipIf you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the u.sAnd another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Applicants offered employment with sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a doe security clearanceSubstance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by doe, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.
Eeo
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.
