What Your Job Will Be LikeManage product definition (graphic drawings and specifications) for explosive components under development or in productionWork with external suppliers to produce development or Mark Quality productCollaborate with engineers, technologists, and project management to stand up and qualify new production capabilities for explosive componentsEngage in hands‑on work in a laboratory environment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and best practicesEnsure product quality and design intent through technical oversight, defect investigations, and root cause analysesDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance key Production metrics.Design and develop processes for product manufacturing, including planning sequences of operations and specifying procedures for material transformationConduct tests and measurements throughout production stages to maintain control over process and product variablesUtilize systematic problem‑solving methods to drive process understanding and improvementsOccasional travel may be required.Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.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 RequireA 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 developmentAbility to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearanceQualifications We DesireThe ideal R&D S&E Mechanical Engineer candidate for Sandia National Laboratories will in addition possess the following:Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a highly related field where an independent research project was a graduation requirement (e.g., independent project, thesis, or dissertation)Experience with mechanical engineering and product realization in the NNSA complexStrong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teamsAlso, for this posting we are seeking individuals with the following experience:Experience interfacing with and participating in Product Realization TeamsExperience with working in a high-quality production environment applying rigorous processesProven ability to develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes, including developing fixtures and toolingExperience with installation, qualification, and maintenance of manufacturing process equipmentKnowledge of lean manufacturing principles and statistical process controlExperience with methods such as resistance welding, laser welding, leak checking, visual inspection, vacuum systems, and metrologyExperience with glass-to-metal sealing in a furnace and machining metals, glass, and ceramicsDemonstrated ability to analyze data and apply the analysis to decision-makingFamiliarity with engineering drawings, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Experience with hazardous operations and a commitment to safety in an explosives facilityExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiencesAbility to work effectively in a flexible, diverse team environment and manage multiple tasks and projectsBackground in, or experience with, explosive technologies and engineering applications is a plusEEOAll 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr