GT1 Apprentice, Mechanical Measurements - Onsite

• Plan, perform and analyze a variety of mechanical measurements in an engineering, research and development, and/or complex productions environment.
• Work involves utilizing all types of precision measurement equipment to measure piece parts, gauges, and prototype model assemblies to verify conformance of dimensional accuracy to specifications; to perform machine tool alignments and torque wrench calibrations; to provide length, mass, and force calibration in standards lab; and to provide precision field measurement services when requested.
• Responsibilities include operating state-of-the-art measurement and calibration equipment that requires computer skills to create, edit, and execute programs on various coordinate measuring machines (CMM), optical and video measuring centers, and surface texture/profile analyzers; applying solid model CAD/CAM software to generate profile definitions; performing complex and difficult setups using open set-up techniques; sketching drawings; preparing standard and special computer-generated measurements reports; utilizing computerized databases to maintain required records; provide technical oversight for shop, sub-shop, and out-of-shop fabricate-to-print work.
• Serve as a consultant to technical personnel on interpretation of various measurement standards and design issues, and writing and developing cost estimates, reports, process travelers and work instructions/procedures.
• Perform work using industry-standard safety practices.
• As a condition of employment this position is represented by the Metal Trades Council (MTC) and represented employees must pay the monthly membership dues or agency fee.

• Applicant must submit an unofficial copy of transcripts with their resume when applying.
• Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Degree Program as provided by Central New Mexico Community Collee or equivalent with an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater or a minimum of 4 years or more of related experience.

• Calibration/ Inspection
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) programming/ operation
• MS Office (e.g. Excel, Word)

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

The Mechanical Measurements team is a part of Logistics. The team is responsible for in-coming mechanical measurement of acquired product using state of the art equipment in temperature controlled environments.

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

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*These benefits vary by job classification.

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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.

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If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

If offered the position, you may be required to demonstrate your fitness to perform certain physical aspects of the position, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.