Cleared R&D Manager - Integrity Systems, Onsite

Cleared R&D Manager - High Integrity Systems, Onsite

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

* These benefits vary by job classification.

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The Firing and Embedded Systems Group (7620) is seeking an R&D Manager to lead the High Integrity Systems Department, 7622. The High Integrity Systems Department designs and realizes high consequence secure embedded systems where information protection, fail‑safe design, and the highest levels of rigor are paramount to our nation’s security. 7622 has developed NSA‑approved secure processing architectures and systems for over two decades for a diverse set of applications including Military GPS, USNDS, Use Control, and others.

The department is a multi‑disciplinary team with expertise in all aspects of embedded system design, including PCB engineering, FPGA/ASIC design, embedded software, and mechanical module design.

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

• Guide the work of a diverse team of 20+ staff and technologists, establish priorities to manage workload, and facilitate mentorship and knowledge transfer
• Provide programmatic leadership for multiple Strategic Partnership Programs
• Establish new and grow existing partnerships with other organizations at Sandia that work on NSA/FSET certified systems
• Develop and expand trust‑based relationships with U.S. Government sponsors including the USAF and USSF
• Manage a large security footprint including four VTRs and a very active CWS
• Collaborate with other L1 managers and leadership within the Group and Center in developing and executing strategic vision, plans, and activities that leverage synergies between SPP and ND missions
• Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite

Salary Range:

$163,700 - $278,000

* 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 eight (8) 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
• An active DOE Q clearance, or equivalent is required to start
• Ability to obtain and maintain an SCI clearance

• Two or more years of demonstrated leadership experience
• A graduate degree in science or engineering (MS or Ph.D.)
• Outstanding interpersonal skills in developing trusting relationships with peers, staff, management, customers, and stakeholders
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the development and delivery of presentations, proposals, reports and documentation
• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Proven ability to lead high‑performing teams across multiple organizations, manage staff on large projects, mentor team members, and foster a positive work environment to achieve successful results
• Demonstrated commitment to employee well‑being and a culture where people feel respected, heard, and accountable
• Demonstra…