Science/Engineering Program Manager 4/5
- Req. Number: IRC143653
- Organization : NPI-7/Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Anaya, Joseph Raymond (JoeRay)
- Recruiter Email: jranaya@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
Join our team! The Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping (NPI-7) group is seeking qualified candidates for a Science/Engineering Program Manager 4/5 to support our mission objectives. The candidate will support integrated nuclear materials management, packaging, transportation, and disposition activities across the DOE/NNSA nuclear security enterprise.
The selected candidate will integrate across TA-55 programmatic operations and associated nuclear materials and waste management organizations to ensure the safe, secure, efficient, and compliant movement of fissile, radioactive, and hazardous materials from point of origin through final disposition. This includes coordination across PF-4 nuclear materials operations and TRU waste generator sites, as well as characterization, packaging, and DOE/NNSA program office interfaces.
Within this scope, NPI-7 supports the TA-55 programmatic mission by enabling the safe and compliant shipment and management of all fissile, radioactive, and hazardous materials generated or stored across key facilities, including the TA-55 Plutonium Facility (PF-4), the Chemistry and Metallurgy Research (CMR) building, the TA-50 Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility (RLWTF), the Radiological Laboratory Utility Office Building (RLUOB), Radioassay and Nondestructive Testing (RANT), and the Transuranic Waste Facility (TWF).
The role also supports modernization of packaging systems, nuclear material accountability interfaces, and TRU waste certification and transportation infrastructure across the DOE complex to improve reliability, efficiency, and long-term mission sustainability.
This position will require non-normal business hours and 24/7 coverage; therefore, it may require working a rotating shift schedule that includes nights and weekends.
#ShiftWork
Science/Engineering Program Manager 4 ($153,600 - $266,500)
At the Level 4, the selected candidate will:
Science/Engineering Program Manager 5 ($184,200 - $329,700)
At the Level 5, the selected candidate will:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Program Management
Advanced knowledge of technical program/project management including scope, schedule, cost, risk, baseline development, and change control in complex nuclear or hazardous materials environments.
Communication
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to interface across PF-4 operations, LANL organizations, DOE/NNSA program offices, and external partners.
Execution & Integration
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver complex projects in regulated nuclear materials and waste shipping environments.
Additional Job Requirements for Science/Engineering Program Manager 5
Program Integration
Serves as the primary LANL interface to DOE/NNSA Federal Program Managers, national working groups, and inter-laboratory governance bodies.
Technical Expertise
Knowledge of nuclear materials management, PF-4-related material movements, TRU waste characterization, packaging, transportation safety, and regulatory compliance frameworks including DOE Orders, NMC&A requirements, and DOT 49 CFR regulations.
Education/Experience at lower level:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 12 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected.
Education/Experience at higher level:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 15 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected.
DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related science or technology, 2 years of job related experience, and 1 year of nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Color discrimination, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Reading vision, Distance vision, Ability to speak, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz), Ability to smell, General Physical Mobility, Reaching overhead, Reaching horizontally, Reaching down, Applying torque with hands or arms, Pulling with hands or arms, Typing or keyboarding, Fine motor control, Carrying 30+ pounds
Work Environment:
This position will require non-normal business hours and 24/7 coverage; therefore, it may require working a rotating shift schedule that includes nights and weekends.
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)
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.
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.
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.
Join our team! The Nuclear Materials and TRU Waste Shipping (NPI-7) group is seeking qualified candidates for a Science/Engineering Program Manager 4/5 to support our mission objectives. The candidate will support integrated nuclear materials management, packaging, transportation, and disposition activities across the DOE/NNSA nuclear security enterprise.
The selected candidate will integrate across TA-55 programmatic operations and associated nuclear materials and waste management organizations to ensure the safe, secure, efficient, and compliant movement of fissile, radioactive, and hazardous materials from point of origin through final disposition. This includes coordination across PF-4 nuclear materials operations and TRU waste generator sites, as well as characterization, packaging, and DOE/NNSA program office interfaces.
Within this scope, NPI-7 supports the TA-55 programmatic mission by enabling the safe and compliant shipment and management of all fissile, radioactive, and hazardous materials generated or stored across key facilities, including the TA-55 Plutonium Facility (PF-4), the Chemistry and Metallurgy Research (CMR) building, the TA-50 Radioactive Liquid Waste Treatment Facility (RLWTF), the Radiological Laboratory Utility Office Building (RLUOB), Radioassay and Nondestructive Testing (RANT), and the Transuranic Waste Facility (TWF).
The role also supports modernization of packaging systems, nuclear material accountability interfaces, and TRU waste certification and transportation infrastructure across the DOE complex to improve reliability, efficiency, and long-term mission sustainability.
This position will require non-normal business hours and 24/7 coverage; therefore, it may require working a rotating shift schedule that includes nights and weekends.
#ShiftWork
Science/Engineering Program Manager 4 ($153,600 - $266,500)
At the Level 4, the selected candidate will:
- Lead defined elements of PF-4 nuclear materials logistics, TRU waste shipping, or WIPP campaign support activities (internal and external customers)
- Manage assigned projects supporting packaging, characterization, certification, and shipment readiness (DOE/NNSA/Contractor)
- Develop and maintain schedules, cost tracking, and milestone execution within defined scope
- Support coordination between PF-4 operations, TRU waste generator sites, and packaging/shipping organizations internal and external stakeholders
- Contribute to compliance execution with DOE Orders, NMC&A requirements, and DOT shipping regulations
- Participate in cross-functional LANL and DOE/NNSA working groups
Science/Engineering Program Manager 5 ($184,200 - $329,700)
At the Level 5, the selected candidate will:
- Provide enterprise-level leadership for PF-4 nuclear materials logistics, TRU waste shipping, and WIPP disposition strategy (internal and external customers)
- Serve as Laboratory authority and primary interface for DOE/NNSA on nuclear materials movement and TRU waste disposal strategy
- Own integrated portfolio strategy across PF-4 operations, LANL waste streams, and WIPP shipping campaigns
- Establish and manage portfolio-level baselines, priorities, and funding alignment ($25M-$50M+ annual scope or greater)
- Lead integration across PF-4 operations, LANL nuclear material control organizations, DOE laboratories, and WIPP interfaces
- Drive modernization of nuclear materials accountability systems, packaging certification processes, and transportation infrastructure
- Resolve high-impact operational, regulatory, and programmatic issues affecting PF-4 material flows and TRU waste disposition
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Program Management
Advanced knowledge of technical program/project management including scope, schedule, cost, risk, baseline development, and change control in complex nuclear or hazardous materials environments.
Communication
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to interface across PF-4 operations, LANL organizations, DOE/NNSA program offices, and external partners.
Execution & Integration
Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver complex projects in regulated nuclear materials and waste shipping environments.
Additional Job Requirements for Science/Engineering Program Manager 5
Program Integration
Serves as the primary LANL interface to DOE/NNSA Federal Program Managers, national working groups, and inter-laboratory governance bodies.
Technical Expertise
Knowledge of nuclear materials management, PF-4-related material movements, TRU waste characterization, packaging, transportation safety, and regulatory compliance frameworks including DOE Orders, NMC&A requirements, and DOT 49 CFR regulations.
Education/Experience at lower level:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 12 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected.
Education/Experience at higher level:
Position requires a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 15 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected.
DOE Order 426.2A: Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related science or technology, 2 years of job related experience, and 1 year of nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with external nuclear materials operations and facility material movement interfaces (DOE/NNSA)
- Experience with PF-4 nuclear materials operations and/or plutonium facility material movement interfaces
- Experience supporting TRU waste shipping campaigns to WIPP or similar DOE disposal facilities
- Demonstrated leadership in DOE/NNSA nuclear materials management or waste disposition programs
- Strategy development and execution at laboratory or enterprise levels
- Portfolio management experience ($25M-$50M+ annual scope preferred for Level 5)
- Knowledge of packaging certification, transportation safety basis development, and waste acceptance criteria (DOE/NNSA)
- Experience interfacing with DOE/NNSA Federal Program Managers and multi-lab working groups
- Strong familiarity with DOE Orders, NMC&A requirements (474.2), and DOT shipping regulations (49/10 CFR) (DOE/NNSA)
- Advanced degree (MS/ME/MBA) preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Active Q clearance
- Recognized subject matter expertise in nuclear materials systems, PF-4 operations, or TRU waste/WIPP campaigns
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Color discrimination, Peripheral vision, Depth perception, Reading vision, Distance vision, Ability to speak, Ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 GHz), Ability to smell, General Physical Mobility, Reaching overhead, Reaching horizontally, Reaching down, Applying torque with hands or arms, Pulling with hands or arms, Typing or keyboarding, Fine motor control, Carrying 30+ pounds
Work Environment:
This position will require non-normal business hours and 24/7 coverage; therefore, it may require working a rotating shift schedule that includes nights and weekends.
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)
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.
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.
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.
