Cleared Senior​/Principal R&D Electrical Engineer - W93 Systems Design, Onsite

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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:

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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://www.sandia.gov

* These benefits vary by job classification.

What Your Job Will Be Like:

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic W93 Systems Design team, where you will play a crucial role in the development and testing of advanced systems for the U.S. Navy.

We provide design and technical maturation leadership for the W93/Mk7 Reentry Body and Joint Test Assembly Systems, leveraging the expertise of our team members and collaborating with external partners to ensure the safety and effectiveness of our national defense. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects that support the future viability of our nation
¿ s nuclear deterrent.

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

Design Development:
Support the design development of the W93/Mk7 WR system including:

Defining electrical specifications for components within the system architecture.

Documenting component requirements in component CDs in collaboration with the component POC.

Defining and documenting the grounding and bonding strategy.

Defining and documenting the ESD strategy.

Research and Development:
Engage in research on historical and current nuclear weapon systems to inform WR design activities, focusing on surveillance requirements and long‑term data collection.

Conduct Trade Studies and Evaluations:
Perform system and subsystem trade studies and technical evaluations, balancing performance, costs, risks, and technology maturation.

Characterize the System:
Define and support system‑level testing in an effort to verify the accuracy of requirements and ensure the system is functioning as intended.

Define Production Tester/s:
Define and support the production tester requirements and limits to ensure the NNSA delivers a safe, effective, and reliable warhead.

Document the Design:
Contribute to the success of our projects by authoring sections of final test reports that evaluate system functional performance.

Troubleshooting Oversight:
Oversee troubleshooting activities and assist when issues arise, effectively guiding these efforts to ensure timely resolution and maintain project momentum.

Collaborate:
Work closely with other laboratories, production sites, and component organizations to facilitate the design, integration, and manufacturability of the W93/Mk7 system. Collaborate with the electrical lead and system teams to ensure robust design and manufacturing processes are established.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

Salary Range:

$117,500 - $235,700

* Salary range is…