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
Do you want to join a dynamic team that solves challenging issues for national security? if so, this may be the job for you!
We are seeking a mechanical engineer to perform advanced concept development and analysis!
You will join a department that designs, develops, tests, integrates, and fields advanced concept systems for missile defense applications to address national defense needsIn addition to hardware design and development, you will assist in performing wide-ranging analyses of aerospace systems for internal and external customersThe successful candidate will need to be self-directed, highly self-motivated, innovative, organized, and possess well-developed interpersonal communications skillsThe work is very fast-paced and involves extensive interactions with other sandia organizations, multiple components of the dod, nnsa, mda, other outside agencies, and private industryThe selected individual will support the department’s current projects and have the opportunity to participate in the development of new technology and new applications while working in a team-oriented environmentModerate travel may be required to support project meetings, reviews, and field/flight test.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Design, build, integrate, test, and fly prototypes, missile and propulsion systems and subsystems
Assist with multi-disciplinary modeling and simulation efforts
Design and fly custom hardware in a fast paced, challenging design environment
Perform component and systems level mechanical design and analyses
Assemble and test components, sub-systems, and full-up payloads and/or flight vehicles
Support ground and flight test fielding operations
Work in a team environment and provide team leadership and project management
Assume significant responsibilities for sub-system and/or system level design, analyses, testing and integration
Work with the component developers and system engineers to develop environmental specifications and compatibility definitions in support of system development and qualification
Lead teams in assembly and test, including the writing of work, planning and control documents
Prepare and present the work at vital technical interchanges, program reviews and customer meetings
Interact with management, stakeholders, and external customer
Work with a multi-disciplined technical design team to design, implement and test innovative aerospace defense systems
Perform preliminary design and develop drawings and specifications necessary to support the development of new products and modification of existing products teaming across the laboratory
Perform complex calculations to determine performance analysis, stress analysis, tolerances, etc.
Perform testing and evaluation of theoretical designs; recommend modifications based on results
Serve as primary technical resource for responsible subsystem designs
Research solutions to technical problems and recommend cost effective resolution approaches
Develop and present customer presentations related to development and/or modifications and enhancements
Qualifications we require
Bs in a mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or closely related engineering discipline
Ability to obtain and maintain a doe q-level security clearance
Qualifications we desire
Demonstrated experience in mechanical and/or aerospace system design, development, and fielding
Experience in qualification environments testing (e.gShock and vibe, mass properties, thermal, etc.)
Proven experience in developing and implementing new and innovative advanced concepts and designs
Experience in design and analysis with mechanical engineering tools (e.gSolidworks, creo, abaqus)
Understanding of manufacturing processes used for precision metal parts
Working knowledge geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Experience with hands-on assembly and integration of payloads, flight systems and/or rocket/missile systems
Experience with the packaging and integration of flight electronics
Experience in technical project leadership or management
Excellent communication and people skills working both as a team lead and as a team member
Experience interacting directly with mda, dod, nnsa and/or other federal agencies
Excellent technical communication skills including the ability to; prepare and present presentations, clearly written reports, and technical work instructions
Proven track record interacting with diverse teams
Ability to travel for extended periods in support of test and fielding operations
Active doe q-level security clearance
About our team
Sandia national labs department 5415 (advanced concepts and mission payloads), supports the missions of integrated military systems with innovative concept development and revolutionary technology demonstrations supporting sandia`s contributions to the missile defense program for our nation and alliesThis includes engagement through advanced technology development of innovative countermeasures, future integrated target systems, and mod/sim in support of architecture and mission analysisThis is performed through active interfacing with multiple sandia organizations and external agencies to include the missile defense agency and other dod agencies.
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.
