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What You Will Do
For the first time in decades, LANL is developing a weapon system from the ground up - come be a part of this exciting opportunity! Q-20 (W93/Mk7 Systems Development and Realization group) is looking for a self-motivated, organized, and confident individual to be our Product Realization Lead.
We support the DoD/Navy SSP and DoE/NNSA in defining the mission need and corresponding technical and programmatic requirements.
The W93 team collaborates closely with Sandia National Laboratory and Lockheed Martin Systems design agencies in development of this safe, secure, & reliable warhead.
As the Product Realization Lead, you would oversee the design, qualification, and realization processes at production agencies (KCNSC, Pantex, SRS, Y-12, LANL, and SNL) while mentoring and directing Q-20's Product Realization Teams (PRTs).
Some roles and responsibilities of this position include: Define, track, and complete PRT objectives on time and within budget in collaboration with other essential LANL support personnel.
Monitor performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables.
Engage to correct deficiencies and lead corrective actions where necessary.
Influences product line strategies and direction, leading decision-making and recommendations towards the production agency that support the design agency's requirements.
Serves as the technical resource and mentor to the PRT teams.
Represent the PRT at meetings, briefings, and committee activities both internal and external to the Laboratory; to include leading PRT design reviews and review gates.
Demonstrate technical leadership in identifying and managing technical risks, ensuring that PRT risks are communicated in an effective and timely manner to program leadership.
Resolve technical and programmatic development, qualification, and production challenges in a collaborative manner with multiple internal and external agencies.
Work effectively with engineers and managers from multiple organizations to solve technical problems, including Sandia National Labs (SNL), Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), Pantex (PX), Y-12 Plant, Savannah River (SRS & SRPPF), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and others.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW) in the Weapon Stockpile Modernization Division (Q Division).
Q Division is responsible for leadership of activities in new LANL weapons programs as well as life extension and alternation projects, providing 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.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Technical Leadership Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects to successful completion.
This includes the ability to assemble teams across multiple organizations, establish project plans, determine and meet project requirements, and produce deliverables while remaining within cost and schedule constraints.
Problem Solving Demonstrated ability to generate and apply innovative approaches to solve complex problems with limited oversight.
Proven record of achievements in a technically relevant field.
Demonstrated ability to organize and execute solutions.
Communication and Teamwork Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to interact effectively with team members, management, customers in small and large group settings.
Demonstrated ability to compile technical input from experts into a cohesive solution.
Proven record of working effectively as a team member.
If selected for an interview, a writing sample demonstrating your ability to resolve a technical problem will be required.
Project Facilitation Demonstrated ability to develop technical plans and meet schedule and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a range of priorities.
Demonstrated consultative record of developing and fostering successful cross-organizational teams to solve complex problems.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as the ability to be an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of project management of technical or operational work, including developing project plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages; managing to scope, schedule, budget, and technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions.
Education Required: Position requires a minimum of a Master's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with Navy nuclear weapon program and organization structures Understanding of re-entry flight weapon systems used both by DOE and DoD Familiarity with Product Realization Processes, including Defense Program Business Process System (DPBPS) documents and requirements, for development, production, and qualification of nuclear weapon products and processes.
Knowledge of weapon surety (use-control, safety) solutions Familiarity with development of specifications for components and systems Knowledge of Digital Engineering and Models Based System Engineering tools and processes.
Working knowledge of practices related to working with classified documents and parts Experience mentoring technical staff.
Current or previous experience as a derivative classifier Active Q clearance (or DoD equivalent) and Sigma 15 authorization 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 submit a comprehensive resume and include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
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.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.
All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
We support the DoD/Navy SSP and DoE/NNSA in defining the mission need and corresponding technical and programmatic requirements.
The W93 team collaborates closely with Sandia National Laboratory and Lockheed Martin Systems design agencies in development of this safe, secure, & reliable warhead.
As the Product Realization Lead, you would oversee the design, qualification, and realization processes at production agencies (KCNSC, Pantex, SRS, Y-12, LANL, and SNL) while mentoring and directing Q-20's Product Realization Teams (PRTs).
Some roles and responsibilities of this position include: Define, track, and complete PRT objectives on time and within budget in collaboration with other essential LANL support personnel.
Monitor performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables.
Engage to correct deficiencies and lead corrective actions where necessary.
Influences product line strategies and direction, leading decision-making and recommendations towards the production agency that support the design agency's requirements.
Serves as the technical resource and mentor to the PRT teams.
Represent the PRT at meetings, briefings, and committee activities both internal and external to the Laboratory; to include leading PRT design reviews and review gates.
Demonstrate technical leadership in identifying and managing technical risks, ensuring that PRT risks are communicated in an effective and timely manner to program leadership.
Resolve technical and programmatic development, qualification, and production challenges in a collaborative manner with multiple internal and external agencies.
Work effectively with engineers and managers from multiple organizations to solve technical problems, including Sandia National Labs (SNL), Kansas City National Security Campus (KCNSC), Pantex (PX), Y-12 Plant, Savannah River (SRS & SRPPF), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and others.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW) in the Weapon Stockpile Modernization Division (Q Division).
Q Division is responsible for leadership of activities in new LANL weapons programs as well as life extension and alternation projects, providing 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.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Technical Leadership Demonstrated ability to lead engineering projects to successful completion.
This includes the ability to assemble teams across multiple organizations, establish project plans, determine and meet project requirements, and produce deliverables while remaining within cost and schedule constraints.
Problem Solving Demonstrated ability to generate and apply innovative approaches to solve complex problems with limited oversight.
Proven record of achievements in a technically relevant field.
Demonstrated ability to organize and execute solutions.
Communication and Teamwork Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to interact effectively with team members, management, customers in small and large group settings.
Demonstrated ability to compile technical input from experts into a cohesive solution.
Proven record of working effectively as a team member.
If selected for an interview, a writing sample demonstrating your ability to resolve a technical problem will be required.
Project Facilitation Demonstrated ability to develop technical plans and meet schedule and deliverables for multiple concurrent projects with a range of priorities.
Demonstrated consultative record of developing and fostering successful cross-organizational teams to solve complex problems.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as the ability to be an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of project management of technical or operational work, including developing project plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages; managing to scope, schedule, budget, and technical baselines; and documenting baseline reports and change control actions.
Education Required: Position requires a minimum of a Master's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications: Familiarity with Navy nuclear weapon program and organization structures Understanding of re-entry flight weapon systems used both by DOE and DoD Familiarity with Product Realization Processes, including Defense Program Business Process System (DPBPS) documents and requirements, for development, production, and qualification of nuclear weapon products and processes.
Knowledge of weapon surety (use-control, safety) solutions Familiarity with development of specifications for components and systems Knowledge of Digital Engineering and Models Based System Engineering tools and processes.
Working knowledge of practices related to working with classified documents and parts Experience mentoring technical staff.
Current or previous experience as a derivative classifier Active Q clearance (or DoD equivalent) and Sigma 15 authorization 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 submit a comprehensive resume and include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
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.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce.
All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
• Phone : (505) 665-4444
• Location : Los Alamos, NM
• Post ID: 9004789043
