Program Manager 1

Program Manager

As a Program Manager for the Qualification, Test and Evaluation (QTE) team within Q-20, the W93 / Mk7 Systems Development and Realization group, you will be responsible for managing a multi-year effort to plan, integrate, and execute a series of development and qualification tests that will culminate in the final qualification of the W93 / Mk7 warhead. Using P6 and the weapons integrated schedule, the successful candidate will work with the QTE PM team, qualification domain leads, test leads, hardware managers and technical and programmatic staff from other organizations to identify, develop, and manage the discrete technical and programmatic effort necessary to develop the technical basis of documentation required for qualification and certification. The Program Manager will also be expected to identify and develop scope, manage multi-year work packages, integrate across internal and external organizations, collaborate with production agencies and fabrication organizations, manage and mitigate risk, use excellent communication skills to negotiate scope and deliverables and ensure program needs and status are clearly understood, and have outstanding teaming skills, while simultaneously demonstrating the ability to work well with a diverse team of technical and programmatic staff.

Minimum job requirements include entry level knowledge of and experience in program management of technical work, including the development of program work scope, schedules, priorities, budget(s) and performance milestones, identifying and managing risks (threats and opportunities), reporting schedule variance and defining and tracking associated schedule variance corrective actions to closure. Portfolio management experience based on NA-12 (Office of Stockpile Management) based programs is also required. Technical knowledge of weapon component design, fabrication, assembly, test and analysis efforts is necessary. Knowledge and ability to balance scope, resources and priorities, and use software for planning, tracking, and efficiently mobilizing resources to assure scope completion is also required. Entry level experience in managing cost and schedule commitments for moderately complex projects is needed. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with and cultivate strong teaming culture across all levels of technical and programmatic staff is required. Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written skills are also necessary, demonstrated by successful relationship building, creating presentations and reports, and nurturing effective working relationships with internal and external customers. A bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 2 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation is required.

Desired qualifications include Q clearance, experience working in a classified environment, formal project management training or education with the ability to obtain a Project Management Professional certification within 2 years, and experience with EVMS reporting requirements and or principle.

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. 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.

For full consideration, please submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above. Minimal domestic travel may be required.

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, and extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius).

Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A. The position requires a Q clearance. 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.

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.

Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status. 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 P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

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 opt. 3.