Material Scientist

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert in solder materials, investigating and supporting applied and fundamental solder joining technologies.
• Lead the Material Specifications initiative, managing the 7000 material specifications owned by Sandia.
• Perform advanced materials characterization, metallurgical analyses, and failure analysis.
• Manage projects including budget and personnel management to support production plant needs and cross-complex initiatives.
• Interface with key stakeholders including KCNSC, Pantex, weapons systems leadership, and NNSA customers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Active DOE Q security clearance or DOD equivalent.
• Experience with materials characterization techniques and metallurgical analysis.
• Ability to work onsite in Albuquerque, NM.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Materials Science or a highly related field.
• Experience in a research and development (R&D) environment.
• Specific experience with solder materials, microelectronic components, or printed circuit boards.
• Experience working with Production Realization Teams (PRTs) or Stockpile Systems.
• Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous technical projects and communicate findings to diverse teams.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules (including 9/80 and 4/10 compressed workweeks).
• Generous paid time off and vacation buy plans.
• Exceptional 401k savings plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs and on-site amenities.

About the Company

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We provide challenging work with global impact, utilizing some of the best research facilities and tools in the world to support mission-critical national security needs.