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Los Alamos National Laboratory Systems Engineering Program Director (Project-Program Director 4) in Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
The W93/Mk7 Systems Development and Realization Group (Q-20) is seeking a Project Program Director 4 to lead the Systems Engineering Team. You will work with the Q-20 Group Leader to build, develop, and manage the team responsible for designing and producing the W93 warhead subassembly. In this role, you will oversee Product Realization Team activities for design and production and efforts to integrate the cross-cutting functional aspects into the design (e.g., safety).
This team includes systems engineers and product realization teams designing and integrating the Warhead Subsystem in the Mk7 Reentry Body. The selected candidate will be responsible for technical and line responsibilities for the Systems Engineering Team. The team interfaces extensively with NNSA and Navy customers, Sandia National Laboratories, Lockheed Martin Systems and the Atomic Weapons Establishment's Replacement Warhead program (UK).
This is an opportunity to be part of the first new weapon system program in over 30 years. Q-20, W93/Mk7 Systems Development and Realization Group, defines, develops, and fields the warhead system for the newest Navy sub-launched ballistic missile weapon program. We support the DoD/Navy SSP and DoE/NNSA customers in defining the mission need and corresponding technical and programmatic requirements. The W93 collaborates closely with Sandia National Laboratories and Lockheed Martin Systems design agencies, developing the re-entry system, ensuring safe, secure, & reliable warhead performance and a relevant nuclear deterrent. Q-20 also incorporates the production agency teams (KCNSC, Pantex, SRS, Y-12, LANL, and SNL) into the design, qualification, and realization processes.
In addition, you will work with division managers and leaders in the areas of operational planning, strategic planning, program implementation, communications, and execution of projects and deliverables. You will be expected to recognize and act on opportunities to influence directions, policy, and vision, both internal and external to the organization. You will participate in conducting performance appraisals, salary management, recruiting and staffing, diversity, employee development, and addressing and resolving personnel issues.
The group is responsible for W93 Systems and Design Engineering with emphasis on improved performance, safety, producibility, and agility of the future stockpile. Weapon Stockpile Modernization Division (Q Division) provides systems engineering and program management to develop and field qualified engineering solutions to improve the safety, reliability, and security of our Nation's nuclear stockpile throughout the weapon life cycle. Q Division is responsible for leadership of activities in new LANL weapons programs as well as life extension and alternation projects.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).
Project-Program Director 4 ($170,600 - $295,400)
The Project-Program Director 4 provides leadership and management of a technically challenging portfolio, which is moderate to large in total budget and/or has strategic significance, may require multidisciplinary integration across multiple Laboratory organizations, and encompasses one or more discrete programs/projects. The PPD4 assists in developing programs/projects capabilities that support and/or diversify the Laboratory's mission and build and draw upon its technical strengths. They will assist in defining and articulating goals and in developing and executing programs/projects to support them, as well as brokering with external and internal customers to determine what work will be done to meet the customers' needs, general time-frames, and funding requirements. The Project-Program Director 4 manages direct and provides direction to deployed staff from line organizations in the planning, tracking, and execution of assigned program(s)/project(s).
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Knowledge and experience with nuclear weapons and the U.S. stockpile. Engineering experience related to systems engineering or related engineering experience directly related to weapons systems and subsystems design and technology development
In-depth knowledge of and demonstrated experience in program or project management of technical or operational work, including defining work scope, schedules, budgets, priorities, and performance milestones; developing cost, scope, and schedule baselines; and managing risk
Experience with realization of engineering products
Demonstrated use of project management principles and tools to deliver product on schedule, while engaging multiple projects with differing priorities
Demonstrated experience in interacting and integrating effectively with external and internal interfaces (to include DoD, NNSA, and other agencies); building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts while nurturing relationships
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Demonstrated record of developing and leading successful cross-organizational teams to solve complex problems
Ability to independently identify opportunities and resolve problems
Ability to obtain a "Q" clearance and SCI clearance
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Advanced degree in engineering, physics or related technical field
Experience with US Navy nuclear weapon system design and engineering
Knowledgeable of System Engineering Management
Demonstrated experience in management, supervision, and development of assigned employees in a moderate to large multidisciplinary team.
Ability to identify, recruit and retain innovative staff and support their development
Knowledgeable of the system engineering process for system design
Knowledgeable of requirement derivation, traceability, and verification
Knowledgeable of the Weapon Acquisition Lifecycle (Phase 6.X or X process)
Experience with NNSA Product Realization Teams
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
For Full consideration: Please upload a copy of your resume & cover letter, detailing how you meet both the minimum and desired qualifications.
Frequent travel to NNSA Headquarters and NNSA design/production agencies is required.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and Vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid childbirth and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.