Program Manager 4

Position Description

About TechSource

TechSource is a mission-focused goverment contracting company supporting national security programs across the nation with over 500 employees and contractors. We provide advanced science, engineering, and programmatic expertise across the DOE, NNSA, and defense communities. As part of the Triad National Security, LLC team at Los Alamos National Laboratory, we deliver high-impact results on critical missions.

Position Summary

Serve as a Science-Engineer Program Manager 3 (SCPM 3) of the Plutonium Mission Consolidated Support (PMCS) office which is managed by ALDWP Production Enterprise Services. PMCS is responsible for the management of crosscutting support services that enable consistent, efficient, and standardized operations across all plutonium mission areas. The selected individual will provide vision, strategic and tactical planning support for a portfolio that will oversee approximately $400M of scope in FY26 executed by multiple LANL ALDs.

What You Need

Program Management

• Expert-level knowledge of program and project management methodologies, including the development of project plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), and work packages; management of scope, schedule, budget, and performance baselines; and documentation of baseline reports and change control activities.
• Proven experience supporting cross-organizational coordination by working with internal Work Package Managers and line management teams to maintain clear communication and ensure portfolio alignment.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, including identifying portfolio risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies, recommending risk acceptance or avoidance, and monitoring / reporting on the progress of mitigation plans in coordination with executing organizations.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and / or external stakeholders, fostering trust and transparency to support program success.
• Experience facilitating monthly program status reviews, engaging Work Package Managers and line organization leadership to report on progress, surface issues, and drive accountability.
• Experience mentoring junior staff, providing guidance on program planning, performance tracking, and successful execution of program deliverables.
• Ability to apply strategic, cross-disciplinary insight to contribute to the development of a comprehensive, integrated annual plan (e.g., Five-Year National Strategic Plan - FYNSP), ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

Position requires a bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field, from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and technical experience directly related to the occupation. An advanced engineering or science degree with experience related to nuclear materials production and process development is highly desired.