Electronics Technologist (Mid-Career/Experienced)
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Location: Livermore
Posted on: September 15, 2023
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Job Description:
About SandiaSandia 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 worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome
of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the
worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible 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 technologies.
Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: These benefits
vary by job classification.What Your Job Will Be LikeWe are seeking
a driven ElectronicsTechnologist (R&D Electromechanical
Technologist) to join our diverse and growing Functional Electrical
Test team for the W80-4 Warhead Modernization Program! Are you a
sharp technologist who can handle a wide variety of roles and
responsibilities in a collaborative work environment? Are you
energized by the thought of contributing towards a new program in a
National R&D Laboratory? Are you passionate about your work and
want to utilize state-of-the-art facilities to explore solutions?
Do you enjoy participating in a dynamic team that solves
significant issues for our nation's security?In this exciting role
you will be performing a variety of tasks including functional
electrical test activities in support of W80-4 system development
and qualification at the system and subassembly levels. You will
support mechanical testing and assembly using newly designed custom
fabricated equipment. In addition, you'll collaborate with
engineers who are responsible for W80-4 requirements, design,
assembly, and qualification. This position also involves
participating in both laboratory and field testing operations which
requires travel.On any given day, depending on your specialization
and interests, your responsibilities may include a few or all of
the following tasks:Executing testsAssembling test assets and
maintenance (Assembly and maintenance of test assets)Participating
in fabrication and procurementConducting troubleshootingConducting
data analysisPreparing reports and proceduresMaintaining equipment
calibrationReading and interpreting electrical schematicsWorking
accurately and precisely, with a strong attention to
detailQualifications We RequireHigh school diploma plus three or
more years of directly relevant experience; or equivalent
combination of education and experienceAbility to obtain and
maintain a DOE Q-level security clearanceAbility to travel up to
25% to support functional electrical testing and program
needsQualifications We DesireAssociate's degree in an
engineering/electrical field of studyActive DOE Q-level security
clearanceExperience with nuclear weapon design, development,
qualification, or productionExperience in assembly, integration,
test, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electromechanical
assemblies at the system and component levelsExperience working
with classified and hazardous materials/hardwareProficiency with
Microsoft Office suite softwareAbout Our TeamThe W80-4
Qualification department is one of several departments leading the
system level activities for the W80-4 Life Extension Program (LEP)
program at Sandia National Laboratories. We're currently in the
Development Engineering phase of the program. The W80-4 systems
team consists of integrated departments in NM and CA that plan,
coordinate, and execute the Sandia National Laboratories design,
development, and qualification activities associated with the W80-4
LEP within Sandia and with external partners and customers. The
W80-4 System Qualification Department leads the planning and
execution of W80-4 system qualification, hardware management and
assembly, Pantex production plant integration, and various other
system level responsibilities.Organization 8264 is part of the
California team leading the W80-4 LEP. This department is
responsible for the W80-4 Hardware Management & Assembly operations
in CA, and for developing and maintaining the Electrical Functional
Test and Environmental Testing capabilities in the SNL/CA
site.Posting DurationThis 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.Security ClearanceSandia 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 obtain and maintain a DOE Q-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.EEOAll 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 MedPEDsIf
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.Essential FunctionsIf offered the position, you may
be required to demonstrate your fitness to perform certain physical
aspects of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and
pulling.
Keywords: Sandia National Laboratories, Livermore , Electronics Technologist (Mid-Career/Experienced), Other , Livermore, California
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