Cleared Member/Senior R&D Systems Engineer - W87-1 Test and Environment Engineer, Onsite

About the role

We are seeking W87-1 System Test Engineers and Systems Environment Specification Engineers to join our dynamic W87-1 System Test Team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the planning and execution of electrical and mechanically representative system-level tests, guiding them through the entire test lifecycle from kickoff to execution and reporting.
• Take charge of one or more Environment Specification (ES) documents, engaging with ModSim for the latest derivation and integrating with the System design and qualification teams to ensure the released product represents the System approach.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams across the Nuclear Security Enterprise to address real-time challenges.
• Partner with Components, Systems, Mod/Sim, Test Facilities, and subject matter experts to foster a collaborative environment.
• Apply your critical thinking skills to integrate Weapon Response (WR), Joint Test Assessment (JTA), and Trainer components at a system level through various iterations of design and testing.
• Interact closely with the National Nuclear Security Administration and partner Design Agency Labs to ensure that technical and programmatic requirements are met.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, 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.
• Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent to start.

Qualifications

• The ideal R&D Systems Engineer candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:
• A graduate degree in Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
• Experience working with Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) laboratories and plants including Pantex, Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), Lawrence Livermore Laboratory (LLNL) and Kansas City National Security Campus/New Mexico Operations (KCNSC/NMO).
• Experience working on engineering design, qualification, production, or related modeling/simulation projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in a weapon system or related department with knowledge of Nuclear Deterrence (ND) Product Realization.
• In-depth knowledge of safety and security requirements for activity-level work, including experience in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Experience in system-level testing and integration, including the execution of tests through the entire lifecycle from planning to reporting.
• Experience in deriving Environment Specifications or writing Environment Specification documents.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams, fostering strong partnerships across various systems and sites.
• Strong adaptability and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to navigating ambiguity and addressing challenges as they arise.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

Salary Range: $102,400 - $199,700

Schedule

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite. Some travel may be required, up to 25% throughout the year.

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Security Clearance

Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD).

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.