Senior​/Principal Mechanical Test Engineer - Environmental Test Engineering, Onsite

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We are seeking an experienced R&D Mechanical Engineer to plan and conduct environmental tests across multiple disciplines, including mechanical vibration, mechanical shock, and thermal testing. These tests are used for the development and qualification of Nuclear Deterrence (ND) components, assemblies, and full systems. Additionally, there are opportunities to make characterization measurements such as inertial/mass properties and experimental modal analysis.

This opening provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual with a test engineering background to make significant contributions to weapon stockpile and modernization programs at Sandia National Labs in California.

On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Review and understand test planning and implement test execution.
• Conduct environmental testing as described above, with technologists support.
• Troubleshoot and document test anomalies.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of safety and security as they relate to the operations and facility needs of the department.
• Present results and needs to customers and management.
• Promote a culture of belonging and take a proactive leadership role in fostering team‑building values within the department.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including the development and implementation of new technologies and processes.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite in Livermore, CA, 100% of the time.

Applicants on this requisition may be interviewed by multiple organizations at Sandia National Laboratories.

$139,900 - $280,600

* 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.

• 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 DOE Q‑level security clearance, or equivalent DoD clearance.

The ideal R&D Mechanical Engineer candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:

• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation).
• Experience with mechanical engineering and product realization in the NNSA complex.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline and eight (8) years of directly relevant experience.
• Experience with mechanical engineering and structural dynamics, data acquisition, signal processing, accelerometers, load cells, laser Doppler vibrometers, and other relevant sensors.
• Familiarity with product realization in the NNSA complex.
• Coaching/mentoring skills; desire and ability to…