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Early Career R&D Computer Science - Space Grounds Systems Program, 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 401(k), 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 highly motivated R&D Computer Scientist with a passion for testing to join our growing dynamic team! You will be part of a test team responsible for system integration, requirement verification, and delivery of USNDS satellite ground systems for nuclear detonation detection missions. You will also be collaborating with Systems Engineers to design and modify test cases. Please join us to develop creative solutions to unique national security challenges!

On

any given day, you may be called on to:

Participate in design and testing of specialized software in simulated and real environments.

Install, integrate, stabilize, and characterize the ground segment.

Develop software in Python to support the test infrastructure.

Enhance new features for existing testing tools.

Deliver technology solutions across the spectrum of mission area.

Propose and participate in internal R&D efforts.

Team with a diverse group across varied fields to support data processing and analysis.

Communicate effectively with internal and external customers to understand their technical needs.

Generate test plans and test reports.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicants must be able to work onsite. Some travel may be required.

Salary Range:

$102,400 - $199,700

* 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.

Qualifications We Require:

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, 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.

Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance

Qualifications We Desire:

The ideal R&D S&E Computer Science candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:

Graduate degree in Computer Science or a related STEM field.

Demonstrated software development skills and familiarity with modern software development practices and tools.

Proven verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and a passion to improve and expand technical skills.

Also, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:

Experience with Python, Java, and/or C++

Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)/Red Hat OS.

Experience in developing automated tests.

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