Sandia National Laboratories · 16 hours ago
Cleared Senior/Principal General Technologist - Systems Hardware Management, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$75K/yr - $144K/yr
4+ years expSandia 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. They are seeking a General Technologist to join their Systems Hardware Management team to lead and support hardware operations for the development and qualification of modern strategic weapon systems. This role involves utilizing custom hardware management databases and collaborating with engineers to ensure hardware accountability and quality control.
National DefenseGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Utilize a custom hardware asset management database to support the lifecycle accountability and tracking of critical hardware supporting nuclear weapon modernization programs
Lead or assist with inventories and component transfers used to verify and maintain hardware accountability
Apply meticulous attention to detail when inspecting, accounting for, and kitting hardware used in assembly and test operations
Assist in packaging critical system hardware or completed test units for shipping and initiate shipping documents for on/off-site movement of hardware
Safely handle hazardous parts and materials including explosive and radiological components
Collaborate with test, qualification, component, and systems engineers to ensure hardware pedigrees are properly planned, received, kitted, and assembled into complex weapon systems to support critical test objectives
Conduct pre- and post-assembly quality control inspections of parts and hardware, perform basic analysis to identify non-conforming parts, and document/report results
Develop and maintain strong partnerships with staff within Sandia, Los Alamos, and PANTEX, Lawrence Livermore and partner Laboratories & Production Agencies, to directly support all Weapon Modernization programs
Qualification
Required
An associate's degree in a relevant field, such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer/IT, or Electromechanical Technology or equivalent (4 years' relevant experience)
Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent with the ability to obtain and maintain a SIGMA15 which may require random polygraphs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field
Prior experience in nuclear weapon or satellite hardware assembly or testing roles
Demonstrated experience in planning activity-level work, with knowledge of Sandia's Work Planning & Control (WP&C) processes and engineered safety principles
Knowledge, skills, and experience related to the safe handling and inspection of explosive, radiological, and other hazardous components, including ESD-sensitive electronic components and ESD controls and mitigations
Experience operating overhead cranes, man-lifts, forklifts, hand and power tools, laser engraving systems, fluke meters, and other measurement instruments (electrical, pressure, force)
Proficiency in using a database or inventory control system for data input, analysis, and report generation to manage critical components and hardware
Knowledge and experience in storing and using chemicals, as well as managing SNL's Chemical Information System (CIS), and handling and storing explosive systems with management of SNL's Explosive Inventory System (EIS)
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, and to collaborate effectively with other technologists, engineers, and scientists
Experience with MS Office Suite, SharePoint, PDMLink, and PRIME
Experience working with classified information, hardware, and accountable materials
Proven success in positions requiring concentration and attention to detail, with a forward-thinking mindset and a strong desire to develop new and inventive solutions to enhance inventory operations processes
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
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.
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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