What You Will Do
The National Criticality Experiments Research Center Facility Operation (NCERC-FO), organization supports the execution of subcritical and critical experiments, measurements, and training at the National Criticality Experiments Research Center (NCERC). The NCERC Deputy FOD is responsible for assisting the NCERC FOD with all aspects of managing and maintaining safe, secure, and compliant mission execution. This includes establishing and maintaining all required nuclear facility processes, plans, and procedures to remain compliant with the facility authorization basis. The Deputy FOD supports NCERC operations at the Device Assembly Facility (DAF) as well as other locations at the Nevada National Security site (NNSS). Successful mission execution will require effective communication with stakeholders and partners at LANL, especially the Nuclear Engineering & Non-proliferation (NEN) division, the Joint Laboratory Office-Nevada (JLON), the NNSS M&O contractor MSTS, and the regulator at the Nevada Field Office. NCERC is located in the DAF at the NNSS. This position is a permanent duty station at the NNSS. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Ensure safety, security, and regulatory compliance with safety basis and authorization agreements.
- Determine organization objectives and interpret Laboratory policies.
- Develop, maintain, and improve vital Safety Management Programs, including Conduct of Operations, Conduct of Maintenance, Configuration Management/Change Control, and Quality Assurance.
- Ensure compliance with LANL/MSTS Safety Management Programs, such as Emergency Preparedness, Hoisting and Rigging, Radiation Protection, Qualification and Training, Fire protection, and Nuclear Criticality Safety.
- Ensure proper communication to employees and other organizations on the implementation of operational management policies, procedures, and practices.
- Manage investigations following abnormal occurrences to identify and correct the cause of the event and properly report it in accordance with DOE and LANL directives.
- Define and recommend organization objectives, develop specific short-term and long-range plans, and monitor progress to assure work objectives are attained and schedules are met.
- Review, approve, and authorize high hazard nuclear operations.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Knowledge:
- Proficient in relevant computer applications and technical systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), database management tools, and industry-specific software. Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and digital platforms..
- Demonstrated leadership and administration in the development and support of a complex, technical organization involving nuclear facility engineering, nuclear criticality safety or safety basis management.
- In-depth understanding of work hazards, safety practices, operating configurations, and facility policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience managing implementation of Conduct of Engineering, Integrated Work Management, Quality Assurance, Training and Qualification, and Nuclear Maintenance Programs.
- Demonstrated management experience including personnel management, performance and inter-personal conflicts.
Communication:
- Successfully developed and delivered written reports and presentations to customers, partner organizations, and regulatory agencies, demonstrating strong communication skills and ability to effectively interface with diverse stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Collaboration:
- Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade stakeholders in sensitive or challenging situations while preserving positive working relationships and maintaining trust.
- Demonstrated ability to gain cooperation of others and conduct presentations of technical and/or function-specific information concerning specific projects or schedules.
Technical Leadership:
- Demonstrated ability in negotiating with customers or management or attempting to influence senior-level leaders regarding matters of significance to the organization.
- Excellent ability to identify problem areas, investigate alternative solutions, and determine actions to be performed.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead effectively during high-pressure/high conflict situations, providing calm, decisive leadership while managing team stress levels and maintaining organizational focus during critical incidents or peak operational periods.
Education and Experience:
- Position requires a Bachelor of Science from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
- This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, and as such, it requires a BS, 8 years of job-related experience and 4 years of nuclear facility related experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active Q clearance and HRP.
- In-depth knowledge and experience conducting critiques, root cause analysis, and lessons learned.
- In-depth knowledge of Los Alamos National Laboratory's organizational structure and objectives.
- Knowledge of JLON policies and operational familiarity with executing work at the NNSS.
- Previous experience managing nuclear facility operations.
- Ability to manage risk, investigate alternative solutions, and determine necessary actions to improve operations.
- Ability to effectively communicate with senior-level leaders in adjacent position at LANL, MSTS, JLON, and NFO.
Work Environment:
Work Location: This position will be located in Mercury, Nevada.
Position commitment: description 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-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
Permanently located in Las Vegas, Nevada, the NCERC-FO Organization, provides the capability to conduct hands-on and remotely operated experiments with significant quantities of nuclear material to a variety of national security programs. This capability supports both critical and subcritical experiments and training. NCERC-FO maintains the capabilities at the National Criticality Experiments Research Center (NCERC). NCERC operates four criticality assemblies that can be broadly categorized as benchmark, fast-burst, and general-purpose assemblies. These assemblies provide the capability to perform critical, subcritical, and fundamental physics measurements. The NCERC is operated within a hazard category 2 nuclear facility located at the Nevada National Security Site. 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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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.L
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