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We are seeking an R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer to apply work planning, process, and technical judgement experience to develop programs, manage large-scale projects, lead multi-disciplinary teams, evaluate and improve processes, and execute test operations in the field in support of Sandia's national security mission!
Job Responsibility:
Apply work planning, process, and technical judgement experience to develop programs, manage large-scale projects, lead multi-disciplinary teams, evaluate and improve processes, and execute test operations in the field in support of Sandia's national security mission
Lead and/or participate in high-consequence test activities involving one-of-a-kind test hardware, rocket motors, and energetic materials
Develop programs and collaborate with test sponsors throughout Sandia National Laboratories and strategic partners
Evaluate, develop, and improve processes aiding in developing, planning, and conducting large-scale test activities
Work with large, multi-disciplinary teams to apply concepts of work planning and controls, systems engineering and requirements development, and project management
Lead and present in design reviews, test readiness and safety reviews, pre-job briefings, management reviews, and capability briefings
Travel and off-hours work may be required periodically based on test location and mission needs
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five (5) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance
Nice to have:
Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement
Experience with mechanical engineering and product realization in the NNSA complex
Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Experience leading teams and projects, working as a team member and/or as a team leader
Demonstrated self-motivation, positive attitude and willingness to work in an environment sometimes requiring rapid and accurate decision making with potentially high consequences
Ability to work independently and collaborate well in a multidisciplinary team of designers and test engineers
Demonstrated ability and willingness to accept responsibility and take on more than one assignment at a time
Experience with formal project management (planning, scheduling, cost management) and corporate Work Planning & Controls process
Experience applying concepts of Systems Engineering and Configuration Management
Experience with response of mechanical/structural systems and components to dynamic environments
materials science
experimental structural mechanics, including: Digital data acquisition systems, Structural mechanics measurement methods and associated transducers, Interpretation of measured structural response data, and Computational solid mechanics using Sandia's in-house solid mechanics codes and/or commercial codes
What we offer:
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 vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance