Science/Engineering Project Leader 1/2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$87,800–$143,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Calendar Management, Change Control, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, DOE Clearance, DOE-Q (Top Secret Restricted Data), Dental Insurance, Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Negotiation Skills, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Project Development, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Software, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Security Clearance, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vision Plan, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

LOCATION

Los Alamos, NM

POSTED

1 day ago

What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Science/Engineering Project Leader 3 orScience/Engineering Project Leader 4 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

The DP-5 Production Integration Group is seeking a Science/Engineering Project Leader to support the Detonator Production Enterprise. The Project Leader Team plans and coordinates manufacturing readiness activities to ensure the timely delivery of the highest quality detonation products and services to our customers. In this role, you will translate programmatic requirements into executable shop-floor plans and coordinate cross-functional production activities to ensure safe, secure, and timely execution. You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, safety, and program management organizations to drive alignment between production commitments and operational capability.

Science/Engineering Project Leader 1 ($87,800-$143,000)

Under guidance from senior leaders, you will:

Develop integrated project plans and schedules supporting manufacturing readiness and production execution
Build work breakdown structures and define executable work packages for production organizations
Coordinate activities across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and program teams
Monitor scope, schedule, and production deliverables to ensure commitments are met
Identify risks to production readiness and implement mitigation strategies
Support execution reviews and communicate project status to stakeholders
Ensure activities are aligned with safety, security, and quality requirements

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy working at the intersection of engineering, manufacturing operations, and program execution in support of national security.

Science/Engineering Project Leader 2 ($106,400 - $176,000)

In addition to the responsibilities of the lower level, the Science/Engineering Project Leader 2 independently manages moderately complex manufacturing readiness and production integration efforts with limited direction.

At this level, you will:

Lead integrated production readiness efforts across multiple organizations
Develop and manage comprehensive execution plans tied to programmatic deliverables
Coordinate directly with program managers and line organizations to align scope, resources, and production schedules
Oversee mid-sized cross-functional teams supporting production execution
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned production integration efforts
Proactively identify production risks, resource constraints, and schedule impacts, implementing corrective actions as needed
Integrate production activities with broader enterprise priorities and customer commitments

You will play a critical role in ensuring manufacturing capability, capacity, and readiness are aligned with mission requirements.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to develop and execute project plans, work breakdown structures, and work packages
Experience managing scope, schedule, and deliverables in a production or technical environment
Knowledge of engineering or manufacturing principles
Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, with ability to build relationships across organizations
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Understanding of safety, security, and quality requirements in a regulated environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Clearance which typically requires US citizenship

Additional Job Requirements for Science/Engineering Project Leader 2:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:

Demonstrated ability to independently manage moderately complex technical or production projects
Experience leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or operations environment
Advanced understanding of project management methodologies and change control
Proven ability to negotiate scope, priorities, and resources across organizations
Experience identifying production or readiness risks and implementing mitigation strategies

Education/Experience at Science/Engineering Project Leader 1: Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 2 years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Education/Experience at Science/Engineering Project Leader 2: Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering related field from an accredited institution and 5 years directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level an advanced degree is typically expected.

Desired Qualifications:

Master's in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience in manufacturing readiness, production operations, or enterprise production environments
Experience working in a national laboratory or federal environment
Knowledge of DOE production or project management requirements
Experience using project management and scheduling tools
Experience managing multi-million-dollar production or technical efforts
Experience working within highly regulated, safety-critical production environments
Active DOE security clearance

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.

For full consideration, submit a comprehensive resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 applicable 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.

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