Cleared Senior​/Principal Cleared Electromechanical Technologist - Nuclear Stockpile , Onsite

Position: Cleared Senior/Principal Cleared Electromechanical Technologist - Nuclear Stockpile Support, Onsite
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://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov

* These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like:

Are you ready to make a direct impact on National Security by supporting the U.S. Nuclear Stockpile Stewardship? We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Electromechanical Technologist to join our dynamic Building 809 & Tech Basis (022161) team.

In this role, you will be an essential part of the Navy Systems Tech Basis team and building operations, contributing to the design, development, and qualification activities that ensure the reliability and safety of our nation's nuclear deterrent. Your work will span a variety of technical challenges, including mechanical, electrical, chemical, hazards, safety, and security tasks.

Every day brings new opportunities to apply your skills and expertise. On any given day, you may be called on to:

+  Manage the shipping, receiving, and accountable inventory of critical assets, equipment, and hardware that support mission-critical operations, including inputting and tracking data in hardware management systems such as Aras.  

+  Collaborate closely with engineers and fellow technologists to define and execute tasks whether independently or as part of a high-performing team.  

+  Perform hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, testing, and soldering on complex system-level mechanical and electronic hardware, including building kits for upcoming builds.  

+  Support environmental testing activities at various facilities by performing mechanical setup and operating functional testers, ensuring proper electrical connections and communication with test units.  

+  Build trusted relationships across the New Mexico Stockpile Systems Engineering community, becoming a valued technical resource.  

+  Participate in the management and accountability of explosives inventory and Classified Administrative Specialist  (CAS) responsibilities, with opportunities for specialized training in these areas.  

+  Assist with machine shop operations within Building 809, including hardware modifications that require onsite machining using equipment such as lathes, mills, and drill presses.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.  Flexibility for occasional extended hours and travel may also be part of your experience.

If you're passionate about hands-on technical work that supports national security and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team, this is the opportunity for you!

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:

+  Associate degree in STEM or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience including demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job

+  Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent with the ability to participate in random polygraph testing.  

Qualifications We Desire:

+  A strong passion for hands-on technical work that directly supports national security and the…