Los Alamos National Laboratory
High Explosives and Energetics Program Manager (Science/Engineering Program Mana
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
High Explosives and Energetics Program Manager (Science/Engineering Program Manager 4)
Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a Program Manager to lead participation in the NA‑193.3 High Explosives and Energetics (HE&E) program portfolio.
What You Will Do
Lead LANL’s participation and support to the HE&E Program Office to provide high‑explosive materials for stockpile production and national security.
Execute programmatic objectives: technology maturation, manufacturing methods, deployment to production sites, and infrastructure to support stockpile needs.
Serve as primary point of contact for the laboratory’s role in the NA‑193.3 portfolio.
Collaborate with the High Explosives Strategy Office (ALDW‑PO) and other program offices (Stockpile Modernization, Science Programs, Engineering Technology Maturation, etc.) to advance energetic‑materials development and transition to production.
Participate in national‑level strategic initiatives and working groups on high explosives.
Goal Overview
Goal 1: Stabilize – strengthen supply chain, improve resiliency, increase production reliability, and accelerate development of new energetic molecules and binders to production scale.
Goal 2: Modernize – invest in infrastructure, implement advanced manufacturing techniques, and establish scalable, repeatable processes.
Goal 3: Integrate – coordinate across the energetics enterprise.
What You Need
Program Management
– expert knowledge in defining scope, schedule, budget, risk, and cost control.
Communication
– excellent interpersonal, oral, and written skills; ability to build consensus.
Project Facilitation
– proven ability to meet schedules and deliverables; work independently with minimum supervision.
Training/Certifications
– PMP certification or willingness to obtain within first year.
Education/Experience
– bachelor’s degree in science or engineering (advanced degree expected); 12 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
Desired Qualifications
– knowledge of HE&E mission, regulatory requirements, and nuclear‑weapon complex; leadership within the complex; strategic collaboration; partner‑building with DOE/NNSA customers, agencies, academia, and industry; advanced degree (MBA, MS, etc.); active Q clearance.
Work Location & Commitment
Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Regular appointment; 1‑year minimum commitment.
Travel 1 × /month.
Benefits
PPO or high‑deductible medical; dental & vision; basic life & disability.
Paid childbirth & parental leave.
401(k) – 6% match, 3.5% annual.
Tuition assistance.
Flexible schedules & PTO.
Onsite gyms & wellness.
Relocation packages (outside 50‑mile radius).
Equal Opportunity & Clearance Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer. Q clearance required; U.S. citizenship required.
Application Instructions Submit a resume and cover letter addressing each key requirement.
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What You Will Do
Lead LANL’s participation and support to the HE&E Program Office to provide high‑explosive materials for stockpile production and national security.
Execute programmatic objectives: technology maturation, manufacturing methods, deployment to production sites, and infrastructure to support stockpile needs.
Serve as primary point of contact for the laboratory’s role in the NA‑193.3 portfolio.
Collaborate with the High Explosives Strategy Office (ALDW‑PO) and other program offices (Stockpile Modernization, Science Programs, Engineering Technology Maturation, etc.) to advance energetic‑materials development and transition to production.
Participate in national‑level strategic initiatives and working groups on high explosives.
Goal Overview
Goal 1: Stabilize – strengthen supply chain, improve resiliency, increase production reliability, and accelerate development of new energetic molecules and binders to production scale.
Goal 2: Modernize – invest in infrastructure, implement advanced manufacturing techniques, and establish scalable, repeatable processes.
Goal 3: Integrate – coordinate across the energetics enterprise.
What You Need
Program Management
– expert knowledge in defining scope, schedule, budget, risk, and cost control.
Communication
– excellent interpersonal, oral, and written skills; ability to build consensus.
Project Facilitation
– proven ability to meet schedules and deliverables; work independently with minimum supervision.
Training/Certifications
– PMP certification or willingness to obtain within first year.
Education/Experience
– bachelor’s degree in science or engineering (advanced degree expected); 12 years of related experience, or equivalent combination.
Desired Qualifications
– knowledge of HE&E mission, regulatory requirements, and nuclear‑weapon complex; leadership within the complex; strategic collaboration; partner‑building with DOE/NNSA customers, agencies, academia, and industry; advanced degree (MBA, MS, etc.); active Q clearance.
Work Location & Commitment
Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Regular appointment; 1‑year minimum commitment.
Travel 1 × /month.
Benefits
PPO or high‑deductible medical; dental & vision; basic life & disability.
Paid childbirth & parental leave.
401(k) – 6% match, 3.5% annual.
Tuition assistance.
Flexible schedules & PTO.
Onsite gyms & wellness.
Relocation packages (outside 50‑mile radius).
Equal Opportunity & Clearance Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal‑opportunity employer. Q clearance required; U.S. citizenship required.
Application Instructions Submit a resume and cover letter addressing each key requirement.
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