Principal Materials Scientist: Metal Additive Manufacturing

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ncsl internationalAlbuquerque (NM)

Materials Scientists Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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Sandia National Laboratories is seeking a forward‑thinking R&D Material Scientist with expertise in metal additive manufacturing and lattice design to join our dynamic team. You will lead process development and component qualification using laser powder bed fusion, directed energy deposition, and wire arc additive manufacturing, collaborating with experts across Sandia and our partners. Every day you will drive materials selection, design test plans, evaluate properties, mentor teammates, and

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