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We are seeking a hardworking and motivated Systems Engineer to join the Mk21 Fuze Modernization program. This position will require the ability to balance a variety of roles and responsibilities as the Mk21 Fuze ramps up production at KCNSC with a focus in the areas of systems production engineering, sustainment, development engineering activities associated with the Air Force Sentinel Missile program.
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively communicate are essential. Are you passionate about your work and dream of utilizing state-of-the-art facilities to explore solutions? This role could be a great fit!
On any given day, you may be called on to:

• Participate in integration and production support activities with the Weapons System Integration (WSI), Sentinel Fuze delta-qualification team, Product Realization Teams at SNL and Kansas City "National Security Campus (KCNSC)
• Conduct system test planning, test execution, and analysis activities.
• Participate in production anomaly and Significant Finding Investigations
• Define requirements, develop, build, and test hardware and software for Sentinel/Mk21 Fuze ground and flight test integration activities.
• Represent Sandia in various forums internally and externally.
• Provide technical consultancy on critical design elements.
• Develop and/or present material for program reviews, sponsor and customer meetings.
• Provide analysis support for technical requirements revisions.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant will be required to work onsite in Livermore, CA. Some travel may be required for this position.

$113,600 - $221,100

• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a relevant STEM field; OR equivalent related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Academic or job experience in areas such as: engineering design, qualification, production, or related modeling/simulation projects.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

• Tools/Programs: C/C++, SPICE, LTSpice, MATLAB, Lab VIEW, Model Sim, HDL, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum analyzers
• Familiarity with computational simulation and modeling tools and/or computer aided design tools - Creo/Pro E, Solid Works, etc.
• Proven ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with internal organizations and external production facilities and suppliers.
• Familiarity with development of specifications for components and systems.
• Experience with Earned Value Management.
• Outstanding verbal and written skills, including the ability to develop and present briefings that are clear and compelling.
• Experience in a leadership role.
• Knowledge and/or experience of system engineering concepts and principles.
• Active DOE Q-Level security clearance or equivalent (DOD Top Secret).

Mk21 Fuze Systems is responsible for providing a replacement fuze for the Mk21 Reentry Vehicle. Fuze Systems provides overall program management authority for the USAF funded Strategic Partnership Program and serves as the primary interface to the USAF customer. The systems team is comprised of a multidisciplinary set of engineers and program managers who work closely with organizations within Sandia, the National Security Enterprise, and the USAF.

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.

Sandia is required by DOE 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 obtain and 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.
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