Senior/Principal Mechanical Technologist - GTS Experimental Operations, Onsite jobs in United States
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FAMU National Alumni Association · 13 hours ago

Senior/Principal Mechanical Technologist - GTS Experimental Operations, Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, seeking an experienced Mechanical Technologist to join their GTS Experimental Operations team. The role involves daily operations in high-pressure testing and welding facilities, requiring design, modification, and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems.

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Responsibilities

Design, build, modify, repair, and operate a wide variety of mechanical and electrical apparatus and equipment
Conduct experimental tests in close collaboration with GTS engineering staff
Troubleshoot electronic control systems for various welding and laboratory apparatus
Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified electronics hardware and wiring
Set up and test complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions
Analyze data and recommend modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications

Qualification

Mechanical hardware designElectronic troubleshootingLaboratory experimental experienceCNC machiningCAD experienceHigh-pressure systemsVacuum systemsData acquisitionWelding/brazingSoft skills

Required

High school diploma with a minimum of three years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
General fabrication (hands-on/mechanical) experience
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q security clearance

Preferred

Experience with the troubleshooting of electronic components and hardware
At least 2 years of laboratory experimental experience required
Experience in a laboratory R&D environment
Experience designing and fabricating mechanical hardware
Experience with manual or CNC machining
CAD experience
Experience designing and assembling gas handling equipment
AA degree or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering technology
Experience working with high-pressure systems
Experience working with vacuum systems
Experience using DMMs, oscilloscopes, soldering equipment, and other electronic test equipment
Experience troubleshoot PLC and industrial system controllers
Experience in data acquisition
Experience with fabrication of electric cables and circuitry
Welding/brazing experience
Active DOE Q-level 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

FAMU National Alumni Association

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The Florida A&M University National Alumni Association (FAMU NAA), a non-profit organization, incorporated under the laws of the State of Florida, was established to serve its alumni and the University, to actively promote the interest of Florida A&M University as an institution of higher learning, research and public service, to focus on the educational needs of all Americans to support cultural diversity and equal access to a quality education at Florida A&M University.

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