Additive Manufacturing Postdoctoral Appointee, Onsite

Additive Manufacturing Postdoctoral Appointee, Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories is a leading national security and technology innovation lab. We seek a Postdoctoral Appointee to conduct experimental research and technology development in aerosol jet direct-write printing and other advanced manufacturing processes. The aim is to develop new manufacturing technologies for custom components with national security impact.

On a given day you may be called upon to:

• Apply existing knowledge and gain new knowledge toward advanced manufacturing of microelectronic systems.
• Conduct research and publish results.
• Work collaboratively and contribute knowledge to the team.
• Interact with other scientists and engineers to solve technical problems.
• Work onsite (required).

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a relevant science/engineering field conferred within five (5) years prior to employment.
• Research experience in additive manufacturing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.

• Experience with electrical properties testing (e.g., probe station, network analyzer).
• Experience with mechanical properties testing (e.g., profilometer, mechanical adhesion test).
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Technical background and passion to learn and share knowledge.
• Flexibility to changing tasks and projects.
• Problem-solving skills to develop creative technical solutions.
• Dedication to laboratory safety.

The III-V Optoelectronics Department develops compound semiconductor and RF devices, photonics, and microsystems for national security applications. Additive manufacturing of sensors and systems plays a key role in our research. The team is part of Sandia’s Microsystems Science, Technology and Components Center, focusing on R&D of high-performance technology platforms and customized microsystems.

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, requiring U.S. citizenship. A background investigation will be conducted. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification, criminal activity, or other indicators of untrustworthiness may result in denial or termination of clearance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED) such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment, you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. Additional steps may be necessary before an on-site interview.

This is a temporary postdoctoral position for up to one year, renewable up to five additional years at Sandia’s discretion. The holder may bid on regular Sandia positions and may be converted to a regular career position during the term if warranted.