Senior Electromechanical Technologist — Hands-on Hardware

Sandia Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks an experienced Electromechanical Technologist to join Building 809 and Navy Tech Basis. You will support the U.S. Nuclear Stockpile program through mechanical, electrical, and safety-focused tasks, collaborating across disciplines to ensure mission success.

This onsite role requires hands-on testing, assembly, and troubleshooting, with potential extended hours and travel as needed to support program operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in STEM or relevant discipline; equivalent experience acceptable.
• Active DOE Q clearance or equivalent to start; ability to participate in random polygraph testing.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform shipping and receiving activities for critical assets and hardware.
• Collaborate with engineers and technologists to define objectives and execute tasks.
• Perform hands-on assembly, troubleshooting, and testing on mechanical and electronic hardware.
• Conduct soldering and bench-level work in support of builds and test activities.
• Carry out hardware management activities to track and maintain equipment.
• Develop trusted relationships with staff across the NM Stockpile Systems Engineering community.
• Support day-to-day technical and operational activities within Building 809 with safety and quality in mind.

Education

Associate degree in STEM or relevant discipline

Tools

IPC/EIA J-STD-001 solder certification

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks an experienced Electromechanical Technologist to join Building 809 and Navy Tech Basis. You will support the U.S. Nuclear Stockpile program through mechanical, electrical, and safety-focused tasks, collaborating across disciplines to ensure mission success.

This onsite role requires hands-on testing, assembly, and troubleshooting, with potential extended hours and travel as needed to support program operations.