New team enhances preservation of nuclear deterrence system designs
A Sandia group is leveling up its processes for tracking why and when important changes are made during design and development of these systems.
Engineer taps into Sandia’s deep knowledge base to design high-reliability component
Systems engineer Robert Petterborg had an idea to improve something outside the scope of his role, then took a risk that led to big results.
Working across the pond
Two senior managers participate in a transatlantic exchange, creating opportunities to trade resources and knowledge between Sandia and the U.K. Atomic Weapons Establishment.
Nuclear deterrence all hands showcases how behaviors lead to results
At a recent all-hands meeting, nuclear deterrence leaders emphasized acting courageously, being purpose-driven and connecting with others.
Mission Enzo-possible: Sandia’s demonstrator soars to success
Labs team delivers an experimental reentry vehicle within a 24-month deadline.
W80-4 Life Extension Program enters production engineering
The critical Life Extension Program moved into the production engineering phase of the U.S. nuclear weapons life cycle.
Labs leaders outline simplified strategy to accelerate nuclear deterrence capabilities
The three-pillared approach aims to deliver quickly and responsively.
Happy 60th birthday to Vela, watchman for nuclear detonations
Labs historian recounts the story behind the satellites launched to explore the feasibility of detecting nuclear detonations in outer space.
Labs director signs annual stockpile assessment letter
Yearlong evaluation process verifies safety, reliability of non-nuclear components.
Scorpius images to test nuclear stockpile simulations
Underground football-field-sized machine with a key piece of Sandia tech expected to be up and running in 2027.