Cleared_Senior​/Principal R&D S&E Systems Engineer - Weapon Systems Integration, 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*

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We are seeking a highly motivated R&D S&E Systems Engineer to join the Stockpile Tech Basis team, a growing organization that plays a vital role in supporting Sandia National Laboratories and the United States Nuclear Security Enterprise.

In this role, you will contribute to a critical national security mission by leading systems engineering efforts for the D5LE2 Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile compatibility study for the W76-1. This work requires a strong multidisciplinary systems engineering approach, grounded in rigorous science, technical analysis, and collaboration across organizations. You will also work closely with key partners and customers, including the U.S. Navy and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), to support successful integration of Department of Energy (DOE) weapon systems into the nation
¿ s nuclear deterrent.

• Lead interdisciplinary teams in solving high-visibility, complex technical challenges
• Initiate, coordinate, and lead detailed technical studies to deepen understanding of system performance and related hardware
• Apply systems engineering principles and trade studies to evaluate alternatives and identify effective system solutions
• Collaborate with partners across the Nuclear Security Enterprise, including NNSA, the Department of Defense, Los Alamos National Laboratory, the U.S. Navy, the Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), and Pantex on design, testing strategies, requirements, and test planning

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite full‑time in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

This position also requires travel to locations including, but not limited to, Livermore, CA;
Los Alamos, NM;
Amarillo, TX;
Washington, DC; and Kansas City, MO.

$117,500 - $235,700

* 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.

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

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

• Graduate degree in Engineering or a highly related field…