ASD Engineering Coordinator Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3)

Overview

ASD Scorpius is seeking a highly motivated Deputy Group Leader (DGL) to serve as an Engineering Coordinator (R&D Manager 3) for the ASD Technical Integration and Project Execution Group. The selected candidate will provide technical and administrative coordination for a team of engineers and support staff to design and procure Accelerator, Downstream Transport, and other ASD components. The DGL will assist the project in meeting quality, schedule, and cost objectives by interfacing with the Procurement Engineering Team to deliver accurate designs and procurement documents in accordance with agreed deadlines, providing oversight for the Subcontractor Technical Representative (STR) team to shepherd packages through the procurement process and adhere to contract terms and conditions post award, and by leading the inventory team responsible for receipt, storage, and tracking of ASD components and parts. Other duties include assisting the group leader to ensure resources are available to support project needs, interfacing with Systems Engineering and Quality Assurance to provide timely resolution of non-conformance reports (NCRs) and Subcontractor Deviation Disposition Requests (SDDRs), and providing regular reports on the status of designs, NCRs, submittals, and other metrics. The DGL will support the group leader in achieving operational excellence by meeting or exceeding contract procurement milestones, maintaining an impeccable safety and security record, and fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements :

• Leadership

Demonstrated record of leadership, management, and supervisory skills in a project environment, including professional-level experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams. Strong teaming skills to build consensus and ownership of project objectives. Proven experience in leading process improvements that address deficiencies in work processes, communication, and teamwork.

Strong technical competence in areas such as electrical or mechanical engineering as applied to highly complex systems. Expertise in applying Conduct of Engineering and Quality Assurance requirements. Ability to support the Lead Design Engineer (LDE) to ensure that designs meet project technical, schedule, and constructability requirements, applicable codes and standards, and configuration control. Experience providing technical direction, mentoring, and coaching to others.

Relevant knowledge of commercial and governmental contracting practices and policies as related to the sourcing of highly technical components. Ability to act as a Procurement Engineering subject matter expert in advising the Design Engineering, Quality Assurance, CAMs and others. Experience in the formation and oversight of subcontracts, including the compilation of design and procurement packages, bid evaluation, performance monitor and resolution of quality, schedule, or cost issues. Ability to coordinate effectively across the Engineering, STR, Quality Assurance, and Document Control teams to address design changes, NCRs, SDDRs, and submittals.

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.

Advanced knowledge of particle accelerator design and construction.

Work Environment and Other Details

Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite at LANL, including ADEF Building 365 and associated spaces (AREA-A) 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. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants : Due to federal restrictions, certain foreign nationals are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities. Please include a comprehensive cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum job requirements as well as any desired qualifications.

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 benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with matching, tuition assistance, flexible schedules, PTO and holidays, onsite gyms, wellness programs, relocation support, and more.

Additional Details

Directive 206.2

Clearance : This position requires a Q clearance and will be subject to a background investigation. Eligibility requirements apply for access to classified matter. See DOE orders for details.

New-Employment Drug Test : Successful applicants must complete a new-employment drug test and comply with the substance abuse policy.

Internal Applicants : Regular employees may apply for posted jobs with the approval of their Division Leader; refer to Policy P701 for eligibility.

Incentive Program : Eligible for Triad Incentive Compensation Program according to terms.

Equal Opportunity : LANL is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available on request. To request an accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947 option 3.

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