About Sandia: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:
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World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.govThese benefits vary by job classification.What Your Job Will Be Like:We are seeking an R&D Manager to lead our department in developing high-precision mechanical components for nuclear safety within the nuclear weapons stockpile. This role is critical in applying our deep expertise in mechanical engineering throughout the entire product life cycle, from LDRD proposals to the surveillance of components nearing the end of their operational life. This position requires collaboration with the United Kingdom through the Mutual Defense Agreement (MDA) under JOWOG 23, Non-nuclear Components and Technologies.As an R&D Manager, you will oversee the delivery of precision mechanical products essential for high-consequence national security applications. A strong understanding of the product realization process, along with the principle of Excellence vs. Perfection, is vital for success in this position.Our key customers include ND Tech Mat (NNSA/DoD) and surveillance, making this role pivotal in supporting national security initiatives.On any given day, you may be called on to:
Provide next generation principle-based surety component solutions to our system customers in time to meet Technology Readiness Level goals and insertion requirements by investing in Science and Technology partnerships and developing strategically aligned concepts that increase agility
Ensure the reliability, safety and viability of our surety mechanisms in the stockpile in support of the Annual Assessment Report (AAR) and contributing to the transformation of the U.S. nuclear weapons stockpile and complex by being a reliable, knowledgeable voice in the NW community.
The technical manager will be expected to develop a broad understanding of the products we deliver and their roles in next level assemblies.
The manager will lead technical teams of engineers and technologists and assure that, through engineering, operational, and project management excellence, the department delivers mechanical products by leading the innovation and development of advanced mechanical designs for the 7610 Group.
Partner and develop strong trust-based relationships with customers and stakeholders.
Champion a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion and take an active leadership role in modeling and growing these values.
Salary Range:$157,100 - $267,000Salary 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:
Bachelor’s and advanced degree in mechanical, electrical, or closely related engineering discipline such in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) plus eight or more years relevant experience; or equivalent combination of a bachelor’s degree in STEM and relevant technical and leader experience will be considered.
Current DOE Q-level security clearance
Qualifications We Desire:
Passion in agility and coming up with solutions to move faster on project execution.
Demonstrated leadership, influential and problem-solving experience.
Work experience in a product realization environment leading a team, or in a senior engineering or similar technical leadership role, specifically in the conceptual design space.
Master’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering discipline.
Strong background in establishing and maintaining trust-based relationships.
Effective program management skills in meeting deliverables
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Experience working with external stakeholders.
Familiarity with ND systems/subsystems
About Our Team:We are highly trained, innovative products developers who team across Sandia and the Nuclear Security Enterprise to achieve success. We use engineering and project management processes to achieve engineering excellence. Our applications include surety mechanisms for nuclear weapons safety/security and precision opto-mechanical devices for various National/Global Security Programs.Posting Duration:This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the ‘posting date’. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.Security Clearance:Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD). Sandia is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.EEO:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs:If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.Job ID: 694920Job Family: RDRegular/Temporary Position: RFull/Part-Time Status: F