Member/Senior Engineering Support Technologist -Vacuum Technologist, Onsite

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 63,800 - 123,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Competitive 401(k) plan

Relocation assistance and work-lifeBal

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico seeks an Engineering Support Technologist – Vacuum Technologist to calibrate and certify measurement equipment for NNSA standards laboratories and Sandia line organizations. You will apply metrology principles and ISO 17025 familiarity to ensure traceable results.

The role involves assembling and maintaining electro‑mechanical calibration systems, generating reports, and collaborating with PSL engineers.Occasional travel may be needed to support

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3+ years directly related experience.
• Ability to assemble, disassemble, and troubleshoot electro‑mechanical or pressure/vacuum systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the Vacuum Project within PSL.
• Apply knowledge of measurement science, systems, equipment, methods, and procedures.
• Collaborate with PSL engineers/technologists to address measurement and quality issues.
• Support research in metrology for development of new measurement technologies and procedures.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot precision calibration systems; process data, perform error analysis, and generate certificates/reports.
• Assemble/modify pressure manifolds and document compliance with SNL Pressure Safety requirements.
• Contribute to R&D of new measurement technologies.
• Improve performance/quality metrics for measurement system capabilities and optimize calibration workflows.
• Travel on a limited basis to support NNSA surveillances and related activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree in STEM

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

C++

Maximo

Excel

Job description

Position Overview

Engineering Support Technologist – Vacuum Technologist (Primary Standards Laboratory, PSL). This role supports Sandia in its global security missions by calibrating and certifying measurement/test equipment for NNSA standards laboratories and Sandia line organizations. Strong problem‑solving skills, technical aptitude in metrology, and knowledge of ISO 17025 are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the Vacuum Project within the PSL.
• Apply knowledge of measurement science, systems, equipment, methods, and procedures.
• Collaborate with other PSL engineers/technologists to address measurement and quality issues.
• Support research in metrology for development of new measurement technologies and procedures.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot precision electro‑mechanical calibration systems; process measurement data, perform error analysis, and generate certificates/reports.
• Assemble/modify pressure manifolds and document compliance with SNL Pressure Safety requirements.
• Contribute to research and development of new measurement technologies.
• Improve performance/quality metrics for measurement system capabilities and optimize calibration workflows.
• Travel on a limited basis to support NNSA technical surveillances and related activities.

Qualifications – Required

• High school diploma plus 3 years or more of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to assemble, disassemble, and troubleshoot electro‑mechanical or pressure/vacuum systems.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q Clearance.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills related to calibration/measurement systems.

Qualifications – Desired

• Associate’s degree in a STEM field.
• Experience working in a high‑rigor, high‑quality lab environment with strict adherence to procedures.
• Experience developing and documenting effective processes and procedures.
• Experience with high‑precision scientific measurements, including primary/secondary standards and calibration systems for vacuum.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic signaling from test equipment (e.g., multimeters, signal conditioners, oscilloscopes, power supplies).
• Experience with measurement uncertainty, error propagation, error budgets, and statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 standard and with lean/6‑sigma, ISO 9001, AS9100 concepts.
• Programming experience using LabView, Python, C#, or C++.
• Training in statistics, error analysis, and uncertainty calculations.
• Experience using large integrated software applications such as Maximo.

Salary Range

$63,800 – $123,400 (estimated; actual salary determined after review of experience, qualifications, and applicable geographic differential).

Benefits

• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Strong medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive 401(k) plan.
• Learning opportunities, relocation assistance, and amenities supporting work/life balance.

Security Clearance

Applicants must obtain and maintain a DOE Q‑level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. The position requires a pre‑employment drug test and background review; any potential disqualifying factors may result in denial of clearance.

EEO Statement

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.