DARHT Operations Manager (Operations Manager 5)

Operations Manager For Darht Program

The Integrated Weapons Experiments Division (J Division) is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to serve as the DARHT (Dual Axis Radiographic Hydrotest Facility) Programmatic Operations Manager. The selected candidate will report to the Deputy Division Leader and team with division management, WFO-FOD, and other groups and craft personnel to ensure safe and effective programmatic operations at the DARHT facility. This position will require the selected candidate to deconflict priorities from several stakeholders (programmatic and facility) while simultaneously fulfilling the Integrated Weapons Experiments (IWE) mission, as well as meeting DOE Orders and LANL Policies as they relate to operations of an accelerator facility. Including but not limited to :

• Manages appropriate formality and / or conduct of operations.
• Manages the plan of the day and plan of the week process to ensure coordination of facility and programmatic operations and work execution as assigned.
• Manages requirements for facility access.
• Manages the DARHT duty officer program to cover off-hours operation.
• Manages and provides direction to staff in the planning, tracking, and execution of integrated weapons experiments.
• Provides leadership, tactical planning, and overall direction for execution of experiments requiring multidisciplinary integration across many organizations.
• Fosters a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

Project-Program Management

In-depth knowledge of integrated weapons experiments and demonstrated leadership and management of a technically challenging portfolio with a broad stakeholder base. Timely execution of IWEs is critical to the overall laboratory mission and is strategically significant. Successful execution of this position will require multidisciplinary integration across multiple Laboratory organizations. The selected candidate will assist in maintaining current accelerator capabilities that support the Laboratory's mission and assist in defining and executing future programs / projects. Additionally, the selected candidate may assist in working with external and internal customers to determine what work will be done to meet the customers' needs, general timeframes, and funding requirements.

Operational Management

In-depth knowledge of operational management including systems, maintenance, international, federal, state and institutional transportation regulations, safety / authorization basis, configuration management programs, work control, facility control systems, major construction projects, and upgrades and renovations.

Collaboration

Demonstrated experience as a senior leader in developing and nurturing effective executive-level external and internal customer relationships. Demonstrated consultative experience in interacting effectively with all levels of external and internal personnel, building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts. Demonstrated ability to resolve cross-organizational / project conflicts. Demonstrated ability to make and implement cross-cutting decisions that support organizational and institutional goals. Demonstrated capability in successfully developing customer and sponsor (internal and external) relationships.

Technical Experience

Demonstrated expert level knowledge in the technical or operational discipline of the assigned portfolios and partnering, implementing, and providing guidance for governmental regulations related to technical or operational work of assigned portfolios.

Communication

Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills for audiences of all technical and experience levels.

Education / Experience :

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 12 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 1 year.

Note to Applicants : 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.

For full consideration, submit a resume and detailed cover letter addressing the required and desired qualifications outlined above.