Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3)
- Req. Number: IRC138043
- Organization : E-2/Modern Manufacturing Methodologies Group
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $150,300 - $260,800
- Recruiter Name: Garcia, Crystal Lea
- Recruiter Email: cgarcia@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
The Modern Manufacturing (E-2) Group is seeking an experienced and driven leader to partner with the Group Leader to provide engineering leadership and operational management for the group. As the Deputy Group Leader, you will complement the Group Leader to ensure effective program development, program execution, operational compliance, adherence to safety and security policies and processes, fiscal stewardship, strategic initiatives and employee development. This position will require half-time funding on programmatic codes, and you will be expected to conduct technical or research activities which are in alignment with capabilities of the group. The Deputy Group Leader will be a valued member of the E Division management team and will report to the E-2 Group Leader.
E-2 is responsible for providing engineering research and development of cutting-edge manufacturing processes and support for various customers spanning a diverse portfolio of projects across the Laboratory, with special emphasis on component design for manufacturing, additive manufacturing, embedded sensing, in-process inspection techniques, programmatic risk analysis, process modeling, and systemic decision support. E-2 includes personnel with capabilities and backgrounds in a variety of areas including industrial engineering, systems engineering, nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, civil and environmental engineering, and design.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Leadership
Demonstrated success in the leadership and management of a program, line organization or large engineering project.
Experience in recruiting, evaluating, mentoring and retaining talented undergraduate students, graduate students, postdocs and staff.
Technical Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more of the group's mission areas (design for manufacturing, additive manufacturing, embedded sensing, in process inspection, decision/risk analysis).
Demonstrated successful application of sound business practices in such areas as performance improvement and project management.
Communication
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. This includes the ability to engage in technical conversations with all levels of staff, the ability to discuss program strategies with current and potential funding agencies, an ability to delegate tasks to staff and administrators, and an ability to interact with all levels of Laboratory management. This also includes the ability to appropriately communicate externally with other laboratories, universities, and industrial partners.
Strategy and Collaboration
Experience in building collaborative partnerships across organizations. Demonstrated success in developing and sustaining engineering programs that attract support from financial partners and customers.
Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to identify project needs, define resources, and bring technical efforts to a successful and timely completion.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Master's degree in a relevant technical field preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
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:
In addition to a resume, each applicant must submit a cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum job requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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 opt. 3.
The Modern Manufacturing (E-2) Group is seeking an experienced and driven leader to partner with the Group Leader to provide engineering leadership and operational management for the group. As the Deputy Group Leader, you will complement the Group Leader to ensure effective program development, program execution, operational compliance, adherence to safety and security policies and processes, fiscal stewardship, strategic initiatives and employee development. This position will require half-time funding on programmatic codes, and you will be expected to conduct technical or research activities which are in alignment with capabilities of the group. The Deputy Group Leader will be a valued member of the E Division management team and will report to the E-2 Group Leader.
E-2 is responsible for providing engineering research and development of cutting-edge manufacturing processes and support for various customers spanning a diverse portfolio of projects across the Laboratory, with special emphasis on component design for manufacturing, additive manufacturing, embedded sensing, in-process inspection techniques, programmatic risk analysis, process modeling, and systemic decision support. E-2 includes personnel with capabilities and backgrounds in a variety of areas including industrial engineering, systems engineering, nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, civil and environmental engineering, and design.
This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Leadership
Demonstrated success in the leadership and management of a program, line organization or large engineering project.
Experience in recruiting, evaluating, mentoring and retaining talented undergraduate students, graduate students, postdocs and staff.
Technical Knowledge
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more of the group's mission areas (design for manufacturing, additive manufacturing, embedded sensing, in process inspection, decision/risk analysis).
Demonstrated successful application of sound business practices in such areas as performance improvement and project management.
Communication
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal. This includes the ability to engage in technical conversations with all levels of staff, the ability to discuss program strategies with current and potential funding agencies, an ability to delegate tasks to staff and administrators, and an ability to interact with all levels of Laboratory management. This also includes the ability to appropriately communicate externally with other laboratories, universities, and industrial partners.
Strategy and Collaboration
Experience in building collaborative partnerships across organizations. Demonstrated success in developing and sustaining engineering programs that attract support from financial partners and customers.
Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to identify project needs, define resources, and bring technical efforts to a successful and timely completion.
Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Master's degree in a relevant technical field preferred.
Desired Qualifications:
- Advanced knowledge of one or more of the group's mission areas (design for manufacturing, additive manufacturing, embedded sensing, in process inspection, autonomous robotics, decision/risk analysis), as demonstrated by technical development and implementation.
- Knowledge of Nuclear Weapons Programs, Global Security Programs, NNSA, DOE, LDRD and DoD Programs.
- Experience with the processes and organizations providing key deliverables for LANL missions.
- Successful solicitation of diverse funding streams, including experience in developing proposals and/or work packages.
- Ability to obtain a Q Clearance, which normally requires U.S. Citizenship.
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:
In addition to a resume, each applicant must submit a cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum job requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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 opt. 3.
