Senior Principal Space Systems Mechanical Engineer & Modeling

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 118,000 - 236,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an Experienced Space Systems R&D Mechanical Engineer to support space system modeling, design, build and testing, and interpretation of results for national security space customers.

The role requires on-site work and a DOE Q and SCI clearance; ideal candidates have advanced degrees and a track record in space hardware development for DoD/NASA programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and five years of directly relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide understanding of space mechanical components to space systems modelers.
• Generate models of space mechanical components designed by others.
• Design, build and test space mechanical components and mechanisms.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Space systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an Experienced Space Systems R&D Mechanical Engineer to support space system modeling, design, build and testing, and interpretation of results for national security space customers.

The role requires on-site work and a DOE Q and SCI clearance; ideal candidates have advanced degrees and a track record in space hardware development for DoD/NASA programs.