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Responsibilities
**This position is for upcoming work and is contingent upon task award/funding.
** This will be an onsite position in Albuquerque, NM.
We are seeking a talented and motivated Mining and Geological Engineer to support critical Test & Evaluation (T&E) programs in Albuquerque, NM. In this role, you will contribute to the planning, execution, and analysis of weapons penetration testing and conventional weapons effects modeling efforts. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and analysts to characterize geologic conditions, validate computational models, and deliver actionable data insights that inform national defense capabilities. This position offers the opportunity to apply your geological and engineering expertise in a high-impact, mission-driven environment supporting U.S. government defense programs.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute test events in support of weapons penetration testing programs, ensuring accurate data collection, test integrity, and compliance with applicable safety and programmatic requirements
• Perform geology characterization activities including site surveys, subsurface analysis, and material property assessments to support target media definition and test planning
• Conduct data analysis of test results, interpreting geomechanical and penetration data to assess weapon system performance and inform model inputs
• Support development, application, and validation of conventional weapons effects models, including comparison of model predictions against empirical test data
• Collaborate with systems engineers and analysts to integrate geological and geotechnical findings into broader T&E frameworks and program documentation
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, briefings, and data packages to support program reviews, stakeholder communication, and model validation milestones
• Identify and resolve technical discrepancies between modeled and observed outcomes, recommending refinements to improve predictive accuracy of weapons effects tools

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, Geotechnical Engineering, or a closely related field

• 8 years of relevant professional experience in geological engineering, geomechanics, or a related technical discipline consistent with journeyman-level proficiency
• Demonstrated experience in test planning and/or test execution within an engineering or scientific T&E environment
• Working knowledge of geologic site characterization methods, including subsurface investigation, soil/rock classification, and material property testing
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques and tools applicable to geomechanical or engineering test data (e.g., MATLAB, Python, Excel, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with computational modeling and model validation processes, including the evaluation of simulation outputs against experimental data
• US Citizen with an Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance (required at time of application)

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting weapons penetration testing or hard and deeply buried target (HDBT) defeat programs within a DoW or national laboratory environment
• Familiarity with conventional weapons effects models such as AFRL penetration codes, AUTODYN, LS-DYNA, or equivalent physics-based simulation tools
• Experience working with Sandia National Laboratories, Kirtland AFB, or other Albuquerque-area defense research and testing institutions
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification in a relevant discipline
• Graduate-level degree in Geological Engineering, Rock Mechanics, or Geomechanics

Overview
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission-driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well-being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug-free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
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Total Rewards
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.
Posted Salary Range
USD $119,610.00 - USD $186,975.00 /Yr.