Cleared Senior​/Principal Engineering Support Technologist PP - FENG & Isolator Final Assembly and Test, Onsite

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*

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What Your Job Will Be Like:

We are seeking a Engineering Support Technologist to join our dynamic team!

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

Perform initial diagnostics on nonconformances, monitor area health, identify ways to increase yields, and mistake‑proof processes.

Support and implement corrective or preventative actions.

Seek out and pursue opportunities for continuous improvement.

Support programs associated with automated production equipment.

Implement new manufacturing technologies or equipment.

Be involved with new process/equipment development and qualification.

Ensure accurate training of operators.

Due to the nature of work, successful candidate must be able to work onsite.

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's Degree in a STEM field plus 2 or more years of experience; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Active DOE Q-level (or DOD equivalent) security clearance.

Qualifications We Desire:

Experience in the use of Oracle, ARAS, Prime, and EIMS tools deployed at Sandia Labs

Experience in the application of the scientific method; gathering, analyzing and presenting technical data for decision making/problem solving purposes

Basic knowledge and/or exposure to Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement concepts and methodologies

Basic knowledge of design for manufacturability (DMF) and its application.

Project planning and execution capabilities

About Our Team:

Department 7565, responsible for the Ferroelectric Neutron Generator (FENG) Final Assembly & Test Value Stream, engages in a variety of specialized activities essential for delivering Neutron Generator products and ensuring product quality. Our goal is to surpass customer expectations by consistently providing top‑quality products on schedule while achieving high yield rates.

Posting Duration:

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Security Clearance:

Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD). Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre‑employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law…