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.
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
We are seeking a highly motivated r&d systems engineer to become part of the air delivered weapons team supporting the b61-12 surveillance programOur team leads the planning, execution, analysis and reporting of the system-level laboratory tests that inform the assessment of the weaponWe have a position for a self-starter who will provide immediate/near term support for surveillance activitiesThe selected candidate will become the lead on test planning and test execution, lead anomaly investigations, and will be required to coordinate with internal and external partners.
On any given day, you may be called on to:
Lead technical efforts related to planning and executing testing of the nuclear stockpile.
Generate or modify analysis code to evaluate data sets from system and component tests.
Deliver written or oral communication to customers and partners.
Demonstrate technical breadth and depth by providing information in a team setting to develop a cohesive explanation for observed behavior in data sets.
Collaborate with or lead teams that include internal and external personnel (i.e., national nuclear security administration customers, dod customers, los alamos national laboratory, dod contractors, kansas city national security campus, and the pantex production agency).
Note: applicants chosen for an interview will be asked to provide a 10-minute briefing that illustrates their background, related systems engineering experience and interest in the position.
Qualifications we require
Bachelor’s degree in a stem discipline plus (5) years relevant experience; or a master’s degree in a stem discipline plus (2) years relevant experience.
The ability to obtain and maintain a doe q-level security clearance.
Qualifications we desire
Experience in data analysis and reporting results.
Two or more years` science or engineering experience in relevant government or industry programs delivering large complex systems - contributions in domains such as: modeling and simulation, software development, design and realization of products that include electrical components, or product testing and evaluation.
Experience writing analytical software to support data analysis on large data sets (but not necessarily big data).
Demonstrated critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to develop creative technical solutions.
Eagerness to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
Demonstrated communication and teaming skills.
Ability to bring diverse technical perspectives, experience, and interests to the group.
Ability to combine the inputs of multiple subject matter experts (process engineers, technicians, scientists, design engineers) to arrive at a technically sound and implementable solution, document, or decision.
Previous experience working within the national security enterprise, including working with nnsa and/or dod
Active us doe q-level security clearance or dod equivalent.
About our team
The primary objective of our organization is to assure that the us nuclear weapon stockpile remains safe, secure, and reliable as the underlying basis of the us nuclear deterrent capability.
Department members provide the technical and programmatic leadership for system-level laboratory and flight testing programs for stockpile air delivered weapon systemsIn support of weapon modernization programs, we collaborate to develop requirements for the weapon, future testers, and new data analysis softwareUltimately, we provide engineering support for the life-cycle of the weapons, including: special studies, testing and data analysis, and leading root cause investigations that can stem from testingConducting the data analysis and reporting on weapon performance requires a thorough understanding of the technical performance of the weapon and data collection systemsWe are responsible for communicating test results to our customers and stakeholders through presentations or written reportsEach department member is encouraged to pursue continuous improvement in personal technical capabilities, teaming skills, and innovative processes and procedures to be able to effectively manage a growing myriad of increasingly complex technical challenges.
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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.
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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.
