Cleared R&D S&E, Systems Research and Analysis - Nuclear Deterrence Decision Support & Analysis, Onsite

Cleared R&D S&E, Systems Research and Analysis - Nuclear Deterrence Decision Support & Analysis, 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:

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://www.sandia.gov

* These benefits vary by job classification.

Are you passionate about national security and using systems analysis to inform decisions? If so, we are seeking a highly motivated individual to join us as an R&D Systems Research and Analysis professional.

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

Perform nuclear stockpile scenario analysis; evaluate feasibility, risks and enablers across many Sandia Production Agency (PA) Design Agency (DA) and Environmental Test (Env Test) Domains

Understand internal and external customer needs and analyze problems regarding current and proposed stockpile compositions

Engage with Sandia PA, DA, Env Test stakeholders, (Sr. Managers, Managers and SMEs) on current and future workload (Program of Record and Rapid Capabilities); gather and analyze key insights; summarize into compelling analysis reports and briefings to Sandia and NNSA leadership

Support key Cost Estimating efforts in support of NNSA, Sandia leadership and Weapon Programs: data gathering, manipulation and analysis; system design definition and complexity estimates; budget projections for department or SNL scope

Support System Analysis studies:
Nuclear Deterrence (ND) and non‑ND independent, self‑directed or Management requested analysis; cross‑department collaboration

Present results to Sandia and government executives through tailored briefings and reports

Formally define problems, develop research approaches, gather and analyze quantitative and qualitative information, develop and assess options and tradeoffs, and support strategic and programmatic decisions

Effectively communicate complex system issues and ideas to customers and stakeholders in a concise way that enables action

Develop and manage relationships with internal and external customers to help anticipate needs and ensure projects are aligned with client needs.

Due to the nature of work, successful candidates must be able to work onsite and travel occasionally.

$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.

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline, equivalent experience in lieu of degrees must be engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development. Plus, five years or more years of directly related experience demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job.

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