What You Will Do

　　The Detonation Science and Technology Group (Q-6) is the design authority for primary detonators on current Los Alamos nuclear weapon stockpile systems. It provides engineering and design support to the production plans during production of War Reserve detonators, and assesses and reports on surveillance data for each stockpile detonator.

　　The successful candidate will lead the Detonator Design Agency group and manage staff and technical activities of the group to meet programmatic deliverables and milestones. The Group Leader will serve as a contact for professional development, facilitation of resources, and managerial guidance. Develop and foster effective teams to manage the group's capabilities and resources to meet customer goals. Manage human resources related functions including: annual performance appraisals, hiring and conflict resolution.

　　Collaborate with Weapon Systems program managers and DET Production Agency organizations for integrated program/project efforts. Champion operational excellence in the areas of quality assurance, conduct of operations, high explosives safety, budget and other aspects of integrated work management. Provide engineering oversight of Q-6 programmatic objectives, including detonator design and production process implementation.

　　Facilitate explosive and firing operations for the group and collaborate with internal and external partners and customers of the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA).

　　Through day-to-day operations, recognize and initiate opportunities to advance the Detonation Science & Engineering Group within Q Division and across the Laboratory.

　　This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).

　　What You Need

　　Minimum Job Requirements:

　　Leadership:

　　Demonstrated leadership in the successful development and execution of complex projects with a record of sound and technical programmatic judgement. Excellent written and oral interpersonal communication skills. Record of effective personnel development including strategic planning, mentoring and team building. Demonstrated successful teamwork and consensus building consistent with appropriate delegation and recognition of others with the ability to team, collaborate, or integrate across program lines to accomplish larger program goals.

　　Management:

　　Demonstrated record of successful management of a technical team and/or organizational group that includes experience in areas such as performance and salary management, workforce development, safety, security and budgeting. Ability to resolve conflicts among personnel, motivate performance, and address poor performance.

　　Technical Competence:

　　Demonstrated experience in Mechanical Design and Engineering, specifically with Nuclear Weapon Project Definition, Configuration Management of project definition including 3D models, drawings, and specifications. Demonstrated experience using and administering design definition product life-cycle software packages. Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and related standards.

　　Nuclear Weapons Systems:

　　Working knowledge of nuclear weapons and the U.S. stockpile. Demonstrated experience interacting with one or more Nuclear Security Enterprise Prodcution Agencies. Experience with one or more of the following: nuclear weapon design, development, assembly, system qualification, analysis, production qualification, and component fabrication.

　　Institutional Acumen:

　　Demonstrated experience with developing staffing plans, recruiting, and staff development. Demonstrated commitment to Laboratory goals and SCoR principle for ensuring the health and safety of workers and the public, environmental protection, workforce diversity, and employee development. Demonstrated commitment to Laboratory goals in assuring the security of classified information, assuring the health and safety of workers the public and environment, work force diversity and employee development.

　　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 or physical sciences

　　Expertise in mechanical design, electrical design, product engineering, and/or process engineering (5+ years work experience).

　　Formal training in personnel management/leadership.

　　Project Management Professional certification.

　　Fundamental knowledge of nuclear weapons and the U.S. stockpile.

　　Familiarity with Los Alamos National Laboratory weapons research and programmatic activities.

　　Experience with weapon component design, fabrication and assembly techniques, as well as advanced fabrication processes.

　　Knowledge of detonator test hardware and experimental design methodologies.

　　Applicants must currently hold, or have the ability to obtain a Q clearance, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.

　　Work Environment:

　　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: Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meeting each of the minimum requirements.

　　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 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . 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 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) 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 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) 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 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, 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 [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.