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 areas. Some 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 vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like:

We are seeking a General Technologist for our Digital and Quality Engineering organization. The Independent Quality Oversight (IQO)/QualOps team meticulously witness the assembly, disassembly, and testing of components and systems, diligently documenting essential data to uphold the integrity of our processes. Their efforts culminate in the delivery of the final as-run procedure to our customers, serving as the definitive source of truth and pedigree. On any given day, one may be called upon to:

• Establish and implement inspections before systems are processed or installed
• Monitor work practices; ensures that corrective actions are implemented
• Work with engineering and development during new product or facility start-ups and implements key checkpoints for new products and processes
• Handle the acceptability of labeling and packaging materials; maintain an inspection and approval system
• Read blueprints and specifications to ensure products meet standards
• Use gadgets to measure products (e.g., micrometer screw gauges)
• Accept or reject finished products and discuss inspection results with team
• Review, maintain, update and process technical work documents and work instructions during and after builds or products or assemblies.

Salary Range:

$74,700 - $144,400

*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.

Qualifications We Require:

• A High School diploma, plus 3 years directly related experience; or equivalent experience and/or achievements that demonstrate the ability to perform the job
• Experience with electrical or mechanical design, assembly, repair, and installation processes
• Parts and Component Inspection experience
• Experience with ISO9001 and or AS9100
• A current DOE L or Q level security clearance to start, or equivalent
• Ability to travel

Qualifications We Desire:

• BS in electrical or mechanical engineering, or other relevant degree
• Knowledge of Sandia National Laboratory's test and measurement, and inspection policies, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical components; the ability to determine value, markings, and proper orientation
• Knowledge of mechanical assembly practices
• Experience with ordinance installation and handling practices
• Explosives Fielding Assembler Training
• Experience with frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
• Experience with preparation and presentation of test and measurement results
• Knowledge of a wide range of flight systems operating from subsonic through hypersonic flight regimes
• A familiarity of Sandia process and practices
• Green Belt certification training
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop, author, and maintain policies, plans, and procedures
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced production environment
• Demonstrated ability to team with others to produce successful outcomes.
• The ability to model behaviors that reflect Sandia's core values

About Our Team:

Integrated Digital Solutions:

Expertise in leveraging digital engineering tools and methodologies to enhance design processes, improve quality assurance practices, and ensure mission readiness through innovative solutions that align with organizational goals.

Comprehensive Quality Assurance:

Proficiency in developing and implementing quality management systems, conducting thorough evaluations and audits, and ensuring compliance with industry standards to maintain high-quality outputs and mission-critical performance.

Mission Assurance and Risk Management:

Specialization in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with mission objectives, ensuring that all engineering and quality processes are aligned with strategic goals, and fostering a culture of accounta bility and continuous improvement to support successful mission outcomes.

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) L security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD).

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 verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and 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 clearance. Substance 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.

NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs:

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

Job ID: 698069

Job Family: RD

Regular/Temporary Position: R

Full/Part-Time Status: F