Job Description

What You Will Do


Detonator Production (DP) Division is the premier Production Agency (PA) assigned to produce WR (War Reserve) detonators for the Nation's nuclear stockpile security mission. The Division is part of LANL's Weapons Production Directorate. DP is comprised of a team of motivated, highly skilled technical and operational support staff working in an integrated format. The organization is centered on high-rigor manufacturing operations to produce precision, safe and reliable WR products. DP partners closely with customers and stakeholders such as NNSA (National Nuclear Security Administration), Design Agencies (LANL, Sandia, and Livermore), and LANL program management orgs to deliver on challenging National security objectives. DP upholds vigorous teamwork, personal integrity, respectful workplace, and continuous improvement in operations, technical excellence, safety and security.


DP is seeking a highly qualified candidate to be considered for the Deputy Division Leader (DDL) role to work with the DP Division Leader (DL); providing leadership to a Division made up of 6 groups consisting of about 200 employees, while ensuring timely and successful mission deliverables for the Nation's stockpile. The DDL will ensure effective partnership with inspection and quality organizations. The DDL assists the DL to provide strategic direction for addressing emerging production challenges by building cross-organizational collaborations, managing robust and reliable operations and facilities, upholding safe and secure execution of high explosives operations, safeguarding security assets, robust program execution, effective customer interface, effective personnel management and development/retention of staff. The DP DDL reports directly to the DP Division Leader.


The successful DP Deputy Division leader will provide effective oversight and Division-wide support for DP groups executing work control, scheduling, manufacturing, engineering, packaging, shipping, and program management activities on high fidelity, high consequence detonator production operations. DP operations include high explosives, security asset management and electro-explosive assembly operations while upholding the highest quality directives for nuclear weapons components. Further, the successful candidate will uphold the highest standards for a respectful workplace, employee development, work control, safety, security, quality excellence, teaming, and customer service. The selected applicant will work effectively with other technical organizations, across design agencies and program offices to achieve institutional goals and deliverables. The selected candidate will foster a mutually respectful environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and leverages individual and cultural diversity while advancing action-oriented plans to promote workforce diversity.



Note: This position denotes a manager that supports the Nation's nuclear deterrent mission by providing manufacturing capabilities to support National defense and enhance National security.


For more details about DP, visit the following site: Detonator Production



Job Duties


Serving as a deputy division leader, the selected candidate will be asked to assist in the overall management of the division by providing leadership and management over a technical, operation, and/or quality assurance portfolio that encompasses multiple programs. Developing and managing the overall strategy for the Division in alignment with the Directorate and Laboratory goals and objectives. Successfully fostering a culture that values continuous improvement and organizational learning that results in the prevention of events and provides the controls necessary to promote safe and secure work; ensuring open communication with workers (including subcontractors) that promotes an environment where workers feel comfortable bringing errors, , system weaknesses and systemic issues forward for resolution. Partner closely with all levels of management demonstrating clear accountability, directing change while maintaining operating effectiveness; integrating efforts across work units and functions; monitoring results; and tackling problems directly by assuming ownership.


The individual will need a solid understanding of Integrated Safety Management (ISM) line management responsibilities for the organization. Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of facility operational requirements and work with facility operations to ensure compliance, safety, security, quality and conduct of operations, engineering, maintenance, and training in the performance of work. Assist in ensuring quality products and/or services within the division; enforce adherence to quality standards; achieve balance between the need to meet both productivity goals and quality standards. Collaborate, related to all aspects of personnel management, including but not limited to managing headcount, forecasting and budget(s) associated with group, directing assignments, employee hiring and onboarding processes, providing continuous performance management and feedback to further develop staff including annual performance discussions, identification of growth opportunities and ensuring proper team recognition and appreciation.



What You Need



Minimum Job Requirements:



Management : Experience in formal management/leadership positions equivalent to a Laboratory group leader or has experience directing and overseeing work performed by employees in a mid-to-large sized group with responsibilities for the coordination of work of cross organizational teams.



Leadership : Guiding high-consequence weapons program activities and providing clear strategic direction to personnel. Demonstrated ability to uphold technical rigor, facilitate critical thinking, and coach problem-solving skills to address engineering process challenges.



Weapons Manufacturing : Knowledge and demonstrated experience in nuclear weapon enterprise product qualification activities in either a PA (Production Agency) or DA (Design Agency) role. Must have a fundamental understanding of development and qualification processes for stockpile components.



Organization : Record of achievement in applying high level organizational skills to create a clear strategic vision for high performing teams.



Programmatic Excellence: A record of achievement providing effective technical, operational or programmatic direction in a nuclear enterprise environment performing development, qualification, or WR (War Reserve) products.



Conduct of Operations : Record of compliantly managing operations and facilities. Record of achievement implementing and upholding Lab security policies on classified assets, classified operations, and VTRs (Vault Type Rooms). Strong management skills in implementing and upholding compliant postures on Lab SMPs (Safety Management Programs) such as high explosives safety, chemical safety, waste management, shipping, nd incident reporting.



Values and Behaviors: Demonstrated record of successfully supporting or leading cross-organizational technical teams to ensure high-quality products and/or services are delivered within budget and on schedule. Demonstrated ability to positively influence stakeholders to achieve desired results through joint accountability.



Interpersonal skills: Ability to convey clear, unambiguous directions. Demonstrated experience in developing and nurturing effective working relationships with NNSA and/or DOD customers. Ability to adapt to ensure effective communication with all levels of an organization.



Education/Experience : Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 12 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Graduate level degree preferred.



Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge as a High Explosive (HE) Handler or HE Manager and/or familiarity with DOE standards for High Explosives safety (DOE-STD-1212).
• Leadership experience or previous qualification as a manager in nuclear facility or in a Conduct of Operations (P315) facility and ability to selectively implement formality of operations concepts is strongly desired.
• Demonstrated record of contribution and/or accomplishment in fielding WR (War Reserve) components.
• Familiarity and/or experience with DOE National Security Enterprise sites and business practices. Familiarity with DOE classification directives and management of security assets. Familiarity with concepts of DOE Conduct of Operations directives, or nuclear facility settings.
• Demonstrated experience with the Defense Programs Business Process System requirements, including the nuclear weapon product realization process. Familiarity with NNSA Weapon Quality Policy NAP 401.1A or similar quality standards is highly desired.
• Demonstrated record of effective interactions with facility support organizations, such as WFO.
• Demonstrated record of implementing continuous improvement projects in weapons program operations to enable robust execution of mission deliverables.
• Degree in an engineering discipline such as manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, materials, nuclear, aerospace or chemical engineering.
• Active DOE Q 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, please submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume reflective of your relevant experience to the job requirements and desired skills stated above.



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.



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 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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, For subcontractor, Local area, Relocation, Flexible hours,

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