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 systems research department is seeking an electronics technologist to work with design engineers and other technologists to understand electronic performance requirements to develop and implement strategies for test and evaluation of original electronic designs, and systems analysis and assessmentsOther work will include final product assemblyThese designs include a variety of electronic components including analog and digital integrated circuits.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Perform assembly and rework/repair of printed wiring assemblies, cables and other components intended for use in experimental lab setups or for critical applications.
Work both autonomously as an assembly and rework/repair technologist across the functions of the department as well as a member of a small team.
Balance work to support multiple organizations while still maintaining lab ownership and other daily personnel responsibilities with the aid and direction of the managerThe work will entail not only electronics assembly, but also preparation of kits for electronic assemblies for outside assembly, diagnosis of failed electronic assemblies, preparation and participation in field tests, and operation of a variety of mechanical assembly and/or fabrication.
Work on stretch assignments such as embedded controller programming, schematic entry, fabrication oversight at local shops, and work planning.
Reasonably expect to be a lab owner and alternate lab owner.
Qualifications we require
Associates degree plus three years of experience or a bachelor’s degree.
Active doe q-level security clearance or dod equivalent and ability to obtain and maintain and sci-level security clearance which may require a polygraph.
Qualifications we desire
Ideally, we would like to see your background include some of the following:
Bachelor’s degree in electronics, electrical engineering, or technology, or associates degree in electrical engineering or electronics or other higher-level education.
Experienced reading electrical drawings and schematics.
Experience with bench testing of electronic components and circuit assemblies using oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers
Ability to read assembly drawings, schematics, bill of materials (bom) and component part markings as well as working with electronic assemblies and components susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge.
Experience using assembly tools such as a solder iron, microscope, hot plate, hot air pen, oven, etc.
Experience developing, programming, operating, and interpreting data using electronic laboratory test equipment for performance evaluation.
Good communication, computer, and analytical skills.
Ability to fabricate custom cables, circuit boards, or custom hardware platforms.
About our team
The systems research department (5962) performs r&d and analysis of mission-critical mechanical and electronics systems for various government agencies.
Working in our department is a very unique opportunity.
Staff are extremely passionate about the mission and customers.
Outstanding work environment that provides technical challenges and encourages innovation.
A team with diverse backgrounds that supports each other to achieve results.
Opportunities to growth professionally.
Significate impact on national security.
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 and sci access, both of which require us citizenshipSci access may also require a polygraph examinationIf you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the u.sAnd another country), your ability to obtain these levels of access 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 the 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.
