Physics World
NIF&PS OMST Engineering & Maintenance Manager - Optics Materials Science & Techn
Physics World, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
NIF&PS OMST Engineering & Maintenance Manager - Optics Materials Science & Technology (OMST)
Company Description
Join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where employees apply their expertise to create solutions for big ideas that make our world a better place. We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.
Pay Range
USD 262,410 - 332,772 Annually
Job Description
Lead a team advancing world‑class optics processing capabilities in support of national security science. Apply strategic vision to strengthen the foundation of a premier optics processing operation.
As the OMST Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leadership to a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, upgrading, commissioning, and maintaining specialized optics processing systems at LLNL and off‑site vendor locations. You will collaborate with OMST teams and other programs across the NIF&PS directorate to ensure effective planning, execution, and continuous improvement of engineering and maintenance activities. This position is part of the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.
In This Role You Will
Lead teams, programs, or functions with technical focus, exercising judgement to monitor workflow, allocate resources, and influence high‑level strategic plans.
Provide strategic technical and operational leadership to a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and designers.
Drive recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management to meet programmatic staffing and development needs.
Champion reliability and lifecycle sustainment by developing and applying advanced methods in systems engineering, reliability engineering, condition‑based maintenance, and asset management.
Ensure continuous availability, performance, and safety of highly complex optics processing systems.
Lead implementation of upgrades, reliability‑centered maintenance, and deployment of new technologies and process improvements.
Develop long‑range strategies to meet current and future OMST facility needs.
Identify and implement innovative improvements in process, system design, and maintenance approaches.
Oversee financial planning and resource allocation, including a $3M annual procurement budget.
Mentor engineering staff and develop relationships with off‑site vendors and subcontractors.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience in championing, developing, implementing, and leading innovative principles in facility operations.
Leadership experience directing large, multi‑disciplinary technical and operations teams in highly complex environments.
Strong strategic planning, resource optimization, and innovation driving skills.
Experience managing multi‑million‑dollar budgets and aligning annual priorities with organizational goals.
Experience in facility operations involving cleanliness, stability, controls, and specialized optics processing systems.
Expert communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills.
Experience resolving highly complex technical issues and sustaining critical infrastructure.
Qualifications We Desire
Master’s degree in Physics, Engineering, or related technical field.
Expert level experience with reliability‑centered maintenance, FMEA, or fault tree analysis.
Familiarity with safety and quality systems in high‑consequence environments.
Experience supporting regulated operations in defense, energy, or national security contexts.
Prior military or civilian nuclear or naval propulsion program experience.
Benefits
Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor.
Flexible Benefits Package.
401(k) plan.
Relocation Assistance.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Flexible schedules (depending on project needs).
Our values – visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values
Security Clearance
The position requires a DOE Q‑level clearance. If selected, a Federal background investigation will be initiated to determine eligibility for access to classified information or material. All L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q‑level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre‑Employment Drug Test
External applicants selected for this position must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Wireless and Medical Devices
LLNL must meet restrictions on the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where personal or laboratory mobile devices are not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. If using a medical device that pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules regarding the mobile device in the relevant area.
How To Identify Fake Job Advertisements
Fair recruitment for LLNL is ensured through personal interviews and no fee for joining. Check the official Career Page for current openings. If you suspect a job posting is fraudulent, do not respond.
Learn more about recruitment scams.
Equal Employment Opportunity
LLNL is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), all California residents are granted privacy rights regarding personal information LLNL collects. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed
here .
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Join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where employees apply their expertise to create solutions for big ideas that make our world a better place. We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.
Pay Range
USD 262,410 - 332,772 Annually
Job Description
Lead a team advancing world‑class optics processing capabilities in support of national security science. Apply strategic vision to strengthen the foundation of a premier optics processing operation.
As the OMST Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leadership to a multidisciplinary team responsible for designing, upgrading, commissioning, and maintaining specialized optics processing systems at LLNL and off‑site vendor locations. You will collaborate with OMST teams and other programs across the NIF&PS directorate to ensure effective planning, execution, and continuous improvement of engineering and maintenance activities. This position is part of the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.
In This Role You Will
Lead teams, programs, or functions with technical focus, exercising judgement to monitor workflow, allocate resources, and influence high‑level strategic plans.
Provide strategic technical and operational leadership to a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians, and designers.
Drive recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management to meet programmatic staffing and development needs.
Champion reliability and lifecycle sustainment by developing and applying advanced methods in systems engineering, reliability engineering, condition‑based maintenance, and asset management.
Ensure continuous availability, performance, and safety of highly complex optics processing systems.
Lead implementation of upgrades, reliability‑centered maintenance, and deployment of new technologies and process improvements.
Develop long‑range strategies to meet current and future OMST facility needs.
Identify and implement innovative improvements in process, system design, and maintenance approaches.
Oversee financial planning and resource allocation, including a $3M annual procurement budget.
Mentor engineering staff and develop relationships with off‑site vendors and subcontractors.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q level security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience in championing, developing, implementing, and leading innovative principles in facility operations.
Leadership experience directing large, multi‑disciplinary technical and operations teams in highly complex environments.
Strong strategic planning, resource optimization, and innovation driving skills.
Experience managing multi‑million‑dollar budgets and aligning annual priorities with organizational goals.
Experience in facility operations involving cleanliness, stability, controls, and specialized optics processing systems.
Expert communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills.
Experience resolving highly complex technical issues and sustaining critical infrastructure.
Qualifications We Desire
Master’s degree in Physics, Engineering, or related technical field.
Expert level experience with reliability‑centered maintenance, FMEA, or fault tree analysis.
Familiarity with safety and quality systems in high‑consequence environments.
Experience supporting regulated operations in defense, energy, or national security contexts.
Prior military or civilian nuclear or naval propulsion program experience.
Benefits
Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor.
Flexible Benefits Package.
401(k) plan.
Relocation Assistance.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Flexible schedules (depending on project needs).
Our values – visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values
Security Clearance
The position requires a DOE Q‑level clearance. If selected, a Federal background investigation will be initiated to determine eligibility for access to classified information or material. All L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q‑level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre‑Employment Drug Test
External applicants selected for this position must pass a post‑offer, pre‑employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Wireless and Medical Devices
LLNL must meet restrictions on the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where personal or laboratory mobile devices are not permitted. This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. If using a medical device that pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules regarding the mobile device in the relevant area.
How To Identify Fake Job Advertisements
Fair recruitment for LLNL is ensured through personal interviews and no fee for joining. Check the official Career Page for current openings. If you suspect a job posting is fraudulent, do not respond.
Learn more about recruitment scams.
Equal Employment Opportunity
LLNL is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, use our online form to submit a request.
California Privacy Notice
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), all California residents are granted privacy rights regarding personal information LLNL collects. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed
here .
#J-18808-Ljbffr