Project/Program Specialist 1/2
- Req. Number: IRC146651
- Organization : ISR-7/Space Systems Assurance & Implementation
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
The Space Systems Assurance and Implementation (ISR-7) Group is seeking a motivated and collaborative Project/Program Specialist to join our team. Los Alamos National Laboratory's Intelligence and Space Research (ISR) Division designs, builds, delivers, and operates innovative ground-air-space-based measurement systems that support scientific discovery and national security missions. ISR's more than 400 instruments fly on over 200 satellites, including numerous NASA missions such as Voyager and the most recent Mars Rover missions.
Project/Program Specialist 1 ($72,800 - $115,400)
In this role, you will serve as an integral member of multiple ISR project teams, supporting moderately complex projects to ensure successful delivery of mission objectives. The primary responsibilities are executing procurements, evaluating supplier performance, and managing project procurement plans under limited direction. Additional responsibilities may also include supporting the development of project schedules, budgets, resource planning, risk management, and project reporting within a dynamic, multidisciplinary R&D environment.
On any given day, potential responsibilities may include:
Project/Program Specialist 2 ($87,800 - $143,000)
At the higher level, this position will execute the same scope of responsibilities outlined at the lower level though with greater independence, judgment, and accountability. This increased responsibility comes from additional professional experience, education, and credentials. In addition, the PPS2 will apply previous project management experience to partner more closely with project leaders.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Additional Job Requirements for Project/Program Specialist 2:
Education/Experience Project/Program Specialist 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Education/Experience Project/Program Specialist 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
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 2 years.
Note to Applicants: 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:
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.
426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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. 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
The Space Systems Assurance and Implementation (ISR-7) Group is seeking a motivated and collaborative Project/Program Specialist to join our team. Los Alamos National Laboratory's Intelligence and Space Research (ISR) Division designs, builds, delivers, and operates innovative ground-air-space-based measurement systems that support scientific discovery and national security missions. ISR's more than 400 instruments fly on over 200 satellites, including numerous NASA missions such as Voyager and the most recent Mars Rover missions.
Project/Program Specialist 1 ($72,800 - $115,400)
In this role, you will serve as an integral member of multiple ISR project teams, supporting moderately complex projects to ensure successful delivery of mission objectives. The primary responsibilities are executing procurements, evaluating supplier performance, and managing project procurement plans under limited direction. Additional responsibilities may also include supporting the development of project schedules, budgets, resource planning, risk management, and project reporting within a dynamic, multidisciplinary R&D environment.
On any given day, potential responsibilities may include:
- Execute project-based and miscellaneous procurements in close collaboration with project staff, procurement subject matter experts, and institutional partners.
- Plan and perform procurement and supplier management activities: materials and services planning, soliciting and evaluating supplier quotes, preparing procurement documentation for contract owners, and tracking supplier performance metrics, project deliverables, milestones, and status information.
- Coordinate supplier reviews, corrective action activities, and identify and mitigate project and supplier risks.
- Support project planning, organizing, and controlling of processes to achieve project objectives within scope, schedule, quality, and budget constraints.
- Under limited direction, serve as a point of contact for reporting project status as it relates to procurement, including identifying issues, recommendations, and process improvements.
- Perform assigned work in accordance with applicable Laboratory policies, procurement procedures, contractual requirements, and safety, security, quality-assurance, and regulatory requirements.
Project/Program Specialist 2 ($87,800 - $143,000)
At the higher level, this position will execute the same scope of responsibilities outlined at the lower level though with greater independence, judgment, and accountability. This increased responsibility comes from additional professional experience, education, and credentials. In addition, the PPS2 will apply previous project management experience to partner more closely with project leaders.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience with procurement and support tools such as SAP Ariba, Jira, homegrown software, or other procurement or supplier management systems
- Working knowledge of procurement and contracting processes, including procurement planning, acquisition documentation, supplier deliverables, and procurement status tracking
- Experience executing moderately complex procurements in a project-based environment
- Experience in developing and nurturing effective stakeholder relationships
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with project leadership, suppliers, and stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, particularly Excel
Additional Job Requirements for Project/Program Specialist 2:
- Working knowledge of and experience in project management principles and practices
- Ability to plan, organize, monitor, and communicate project status and issues
- Working knowledge of project management tools
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications, with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Excel to organize and analyze procurement and project data, track costs, schedules, deliverables, and supplier performance, and prepare reports
Education/Experience Project/Program Specialist 1: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
Education/Experience Project/Program Specialist 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Proven experience managing supplier, subcontractor, or vendor management activities
- Working knowledge and application of project controls, scheduling, cost tracking, and risk management
- Demonstrated experience supporting technical, engineering, or research and development projects, especially in aerospace or space systems
- Knowledge of DOE and/or NNSA environments
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 2 years.
Note to Applicants: 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)
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.
426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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. 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
