Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer, Electrical Job at Sandia National Laboratories (Livermore)

Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer - Mk21 Fuze Systems Engineering, Electrical

The Mk21 Fuze Mod Systems Engineering team is seeking multiple experienced R&D S...

Location

United States , Livermore

Salary:

139900.00 - 280600.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A 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
Position requires an active U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance or equivalent DOW clearance to start

Job Responsibility

Lead activities that support the Stockpile Assessment of the system, including flight testing, laboratory testing, and component testing
Collaborate with Science & Technology experts to plan, execute, and analyze data from advanced experiments, modeling, and simulation
Define requirements and develop, build, and test hardware and software for Sentinel/Mk21 Fuze ground and flight test integration activities
Conduct system test planning, execution, and analysis for environmental, functional, and safety evaluations
Develop and present materials for design reviews, sponsor, and customer meetings
Provide technical consultancy on critical design elements
Represent Sandia on internal and external multi-organizational project teams
Employ analytical thinking to navigate ambiguous problems with a multidisciplinary team
Conduct trade studies and make key decisions based on performance data, cost, and schedule constraints

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

Fulltime

Senior/Principal R&D Electrical Engineer - Electromagnetic Systems & Quals

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a motivated and experienced Research & D...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

117500.00 - 235700.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A 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 clearance with Sigma 14/15

Job Responsibility

Lead and execute R&D projects related to electromagnetic emissions assessments, testing, and mitigation
Perform RF analysis, EMI/EMC testing, and implement shielding, filtering, and grounding countermeasures
Utilize RF test instrumentation such as spectrum analyzers, test receivers, and oscilloscopes to conduct emissions security assessments
Prepare detailed technical reports documenting test results, findings, and recommended countermeasures
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop secure hardware designs and ensure compliance with emissions security standards
Support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor junior engineers on electromagnetic emissions security principles and practices

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

Fulltime

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Senior/Principal R&D Systems Engineer - Component and Material Evaluation

We are seeking an R&D Systems Engineer for the Component and Material Evaluation...

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

117500.00 - 235700.00 USD / Year

Sandia National Laboratories

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A 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 Clearance and Sigma 15 access, which will require random polygraphs

Job Responsibility

Plan and manage the execution of engineering programs for Sandia's customers and sponsors
Serve as the primary representative to customers and partners for ND modernization programs, negotiating, managing, and delivering all component evaluation scope for several technology families
Establish strong relationships with key influencers and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems and component engineering teams, our Science and Technology (S&T) community, independent technical assessment partners, and production agencies
Identify defects and aging trends, understand performance margins, and make predictive assessments of weapon components and their materials through comprehensive component evaluation activities
Chair Stockpile Finding Investigations (SFIs) as a System Evaluation Engineer (SEE) to determine the root cause of anomalies discovered during component evaluations, assess their impact on the safety, security, and reliability of the stockpile, and guide discussions to ensure thorough understanding and resolution of issues
Engage in lifecycle management of evaluated components, focusing on key phases such as design, testing, and production
Identify and manage risks associated with component evaluations, employing strategies for risk assessment and mitigation
Document findings and recommendations, preparing reports that communicate complex technical information clearly and effectively to stakeholders

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

Fulltime