Sandia National Laboratories · 11 hours ago
Quality Engineer - Transportation System Analysis, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $169K/yrSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, and they are seeking a driven and results-oriented Quality Engineer to join their Transportation Systems Analysis Group. The role involves applying systematic approaches to improve, maintain, and develop quality systems and processes in secure transportation solutions.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Apply technical judgment in determining optimal application of engineering and technical practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality product
Apply engineering methods, tools and techniques to design, maintain, and improve product and processes
Develop and operate quality control systems, understand the application and analysis of testing and inspection procedures, and diagnose and correct improper quality control practices
Interpret technical drawings, product specifications and requirements in relation to product and process characteristics throughout the life cycle
Define, select, and apply various techniques including supplier qualification, certification, evaluation, ratings, performance improvement, etc
Identify sources of design inputs such as customer requirements, regulatory requirements and how they translate into manufacturing
Identify and apply various evaluations and tests to verify and validate the design of products and processes
Define, identify, and apply product and process control methods such as developing control plans, identifying critical control points, developing and validating work instructions, inspection equipment and instructions
Lead quality assurance, causal analysis, assessments, corrective action and preventive action analysis, and measurement related activities based on a defect prevention methodology implemented through Plan-Do-Check-Act
Define, describe, and interpret the basic elements of a quality system, including design, planning, control, and improvement, documentation, quality standards from product and process design through quality cost systems, audit programs, etc
Support surveillance activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience and/or achievements that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance
Preferred
Background or experience in system testers or system tester quality
STEM degree or background
Excellent verbal communication and technical writing skills
Ability to integrate with team and leadership and interact effectively with all levels of internal and external partners to build effective working relations to reach consensus
Demonstrated success in cross-functional teams to facilitate and drive integrated, multidisciplinary solutions to complex operational problems
Knowledge in: Regulatory requirements (DOE O 414.1, NQA-1, NAP 401.1, etc.)
Knowledge in: Industry standards (ISO9001, AS9100, etc.)
Knowledge in: Sandia's non-nuclear weapon mission spaces
Knowledge in: Developing and/or improving quality systems and processes
Knowledge in: Interpreting technical drawings, product specifications, and requirements in relation to design
Knowledge in: Product characteristics throughout the life cycle
Knowledge in: Quality inspections, assessments, observations, and reviews for technical projects
Knowledge in: Leading diverse and technical teams
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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