Los Alamos National Laboratory
Test Engineering Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3)
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
Test Engineering Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3)
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What You Will Do The Test Engineering (V-14) Group is seeking a Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3) to partner with the Group Leader and existing Deputy Group Leader to manage experimental capabilities and expertise in support of the Weapons Engineering mission. The Deputy Group Leader will actively participate in fostering a team environment with group-level staff, programmatic partners, other DOE facilities, DOD, and the Atomic Weapons Establishment in the United Kingdom. V-14 provides experimental solutions to address critical weapon design questions, including qualification testing, component and material response, system specification development, and assessment of complex data sets. The group designs, plans, and executes a wide variety of engineering tests such as thermal, vibration, shock, reentry, and blast.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements
Demonstrated record of technical achievement in engineering or a related scientific field and implementation of solutions to technical problems.
Demonstrated experience planning or executing moderate and high risk operations while fostering a safe, secure and environmentally‑conscious culture.
Experience in technical leadership and/or program management, including success in program development, resource planning, technical program execution, and negotiation.
Demonstrated record of teamwork and team development.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, engaging in technical conversations with all levels of staff and Laboratory management.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to effective, intellectually diverse teams, and interact with colleagues of diverse professional, educational and experience backgrounds. Experience advising and guiding experimental work, including mentoring junior staff, students or technicians.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination.
Active Q clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of LANL weapon systems, sub‑systems, and components.
Planning and execution of experiments, including testing hardware and experimental design methodologies.
Experience with nuclear weapon component fabrication and advanced fabrication processes.
Familiarity with LANL administrative, safety and security policies.
Experience in process hazard analysis, integrated work documents, and safety basis operations.
Personnel management experience, including conflict resolution.
A MS or PhD degree.
Work Location Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Other Requirements
Some travel may be required.
Citizenship and background clearance requirements per federal law.
Benefits
PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance.
Dental and vision insurance.
Basic life and disability insurance.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) with 6% match plus 3.5% annual.
Tuition assistance.
Paid time off and holiday schedule.
Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius).
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.
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What You Will Do The Test Engineering (V-14) Group is seeking a Deputy Group Leader (R&D Manager 3) to partner with the Group Leader and existing Deputy Group Leader to manage experimental capabilities and expertise in support of the Weapons Engineering mission. The Deputy Group Leader will actively participate in fostering a team environment with group-level staff, programmatic partners, other DOE facilities, DOD, and the Atomic Weapons Establishment in the United Kingdom. V-14 provides experimental solutions to address critical weapon design questions, including qualification testing, component and material response, system specification development, and assessment of complex data sets. The group designs, plans, and executes a wide variety of engineering tests such as thermal, vibration, shock, reentry, and blast.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements
Demonstrated record of technical achievement in engineering or a related scientific field and implementation of solutions to technical problems.
Demonstrated experience planning or executing moderate and high risk operations while fostering a safe, secure and environmentally‑conscious culture.
Experience in technical leadership and/or program management, including success in program development, resource planning, technical program execution, and negotiation.
Demonstrated record of teamwork and team development.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, engaging in technical conversations with all levels of staff and Laboratory management.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to effective, intellectually diverse teams, and interact with colleagues of diverse professional, educational and experience backgrounds. Experience advising and guiding experimental work, including mentoring junior staff, students or technicians.
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination.
Active Q clearance.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of LANL weapon systems, sub‑systems, and components.
Planning and execution of experiments, including testing hardware and experimental design methodologies.
Experience with nuclear weapon component fabrication and advanced fabrication processes.
Familiarity with LANL administrative, safety and security policies.
Experience in process hazard analysis, integrated work documents, and safety basis operations.
Personnel management experience, including conflict resolution.
A MS or PhD degree.
Work Location Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Other Requirements
Some travel may be required.
Citizenship and background clearance requirements per federal law.
Benefits
PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance.
Dental and vision insurance.
Basic life and disability insurance.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) with 6% match plus 3.5% annual.
Tuition assistance.
Paid time off and holiday schedule.
Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius).
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.
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