Senior Nuclear Mechanical Systems Engineer

AFE; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) seeks a Cognizant Mechanical System Engineer to support LANL’s Weapons Facilities Operations. Requires active DOE Q clearance and onsite work 4–5 days/week with a 30+ hour weekly commitment; 40 hours preferred.

You will lead technical authority on assigned nuclear facility systems and maintain MELs and design baselines. The role involves coordinating with multiple disciplines, reviewing designs, and ensuring compliance with LANL standards and Codes &

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Active DOE Q clearance or recently inactive clearance that can be reinstated quickly is required.
• US citizenship is required to access LANL facilities.

Responsibilities

• Qualify as a Cognizant System Engineer (CSE) at LANL.
• Assess, maintain, and upgrade systems at WETF to support operations.
• Support Configuration Management, System Health, and operations programs.

Skills

DOE Q clearance

Nuclear facility engineering

System engineering

Configuration management

Project coordination

Technical documentation

Communication skills

On-site LANL work

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree

PE license desirable

Advanced degrees desirable

Job description

Strategic Management Solutions, LLC (SMSI) seeks a Cognizant Mechanical System Engineer to support LANL’s Weapons Facilities Operations. Requires active DOE Q clearance and onsite work 4–5 days/week with a 30+ hour weekly commitment; 40 hours preferred.

You will lead technical authority on assigned nuclear facility systems and maintain MELs and design baselines. The role involves coordinating with multiple disciplines, reviewing designs, and ensuring compliance with LANL standards and Codes &