Sandia National Laboratories · 1 day ago
Early Career Laboratory Support Technologist, Polymers & Composites - Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$73K/yr - $141K/yrSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. The role involves supporting various projects by working closely with staff to build hardware using polymeric and composite materials, while also ensuring safe laboratory operations and documentation.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Mix and apply epoxies or adhesives for bonding and potting of materials and components
Use hand-tools, mixers, spraying equipment, sanders or other common equipment as the job demands
Work with engineers to build prototypes for in-house development testing
Test materials and mechanical properties using standard chemical and mechanical analysis techniques
Develop a work plan and execute on a procedure
Maintain space and equipment to ensure smooth and safe operations within the department
Document laboratory work and procedures including safety documents
Process data and communicate results to staff and customers
Properly use a respirator for hazardous chemical handling
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science or engineering or equivalent STEM field or equivalent experience
Experience in a laboratory setting
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance
Preferred
Experience with chemical material handling including use of fume hoods and downdraft tables
Experience maintaining laboratory operations and infrastructure
Experience with thermal and electrical equipment (e.g. TGA-DSC, thermocouple, LCR, power supplier, electrometer and multimeter)
Proven ability to team across disciplines
Active security clearance
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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