Technical Project Manager 1

What You Will Do

The Explosive Applications and Special Projects (M-6) Group within Dynamic Experiments (M) Division is seeking a qualified Technical Project Manager to join our team. M-6 utilizes physics research that is conducted in the initiation of energetic materials through mechanical, thermal, and electromagnetic mechanisms. Areas of study include high-explosive-driven pulsed-power, non-shock initiation of high explosives, special energetic materials, and special security projects in service to the Laboratory and nation.

A successful Technical Project Manager candidate will work with the team leader of the High Explosive Physics team, and group management to enable the successful completion of the many projects that comprise our programmatic mission. This includes tracking and managing the following: programmatic work progression; personnel qualification and availability; facility readiness; safety and security compliance; and procurement and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

We are looking for a proactive, organized, customer-focused individual who can effectively support our diverse team of technicians, engineers, and scientists. This involves laying the groundwork necessary to keep operations moving safely, compliantly, efficiently, and effectively. This position requires a motivated professional, who is capable of working independently and in a multidisciplinary team; networking with support organizations; balancing priorities; and comfortably navigating a broadly-defined and ever-changing scope of work.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

The successful candidate will be required to demonstrate experience and skills in the following areas:

• Interfacing with technical staff, managers, and support staff.

• Overseeing project plans, schedules, and execution from initiation to completion.

• Managing multifaceted projects, including soliciting input from customers, technical staff, and support organizations such as facility maintenance, security, safety, and procurement.

• Directing and monitoring the procurement of goods and services for projects.

• Defining, establishing and maintaining work-area and equipment readiness.

• Establishing process improvement and maximizing efficiency.

• Interfacing with multiple organizations to accommodate integrated work management and safety management protocols.

• Professional-level use of common computer tools such as spreadsheets, word processors, databases, electronic forms, and technical presentation media.

• Ability to obtain DOE Q Clearance, which typically requires US citizenship.

Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 2 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience interpreting and implementing LANL policies in areas of electrical, pressure, radiological, laser, and/or chemical safety.

• Familiarity with DOE and LANL explosives safety policies and procedures.

• Formal training in project management and/or personnel management.

• Experience with Laboratory procurement tools including Ariba and PCard.

• Experience identifying and coordinating subject matter experts for multidisciplinary projects.

• Experience directing work and supervising personnel.

• Experience working with budgets and work planning.

• Experience with inventory management of consumables, chemicals, explosives, and/or classified parts.

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):(1) Vision, speech, and hearing: Color discrimination; Peripheral vision; Depth perception; Reading vision; Distance vision; Ability to speak; Ability to discriminate speech; Ability to hear high-pitched sounds; Ability to smell; Ability to hear in a normal range (500-3000 Hz). (2) General physical mobility: Sitting; Standing; Walking; Climbing stairs; Bending; Stooping; Crouching; Kneeling; Crawling; Twisting the trunk or back; Balancing. (3) Specific physical mobility: Reaching overhead; Reaching horizontally; Reaching down; Applying torque with hands or arms; Gripping with the hands; Pressing with hands or arms; Pushing with hands or arms; Pulling with hands or arms; Typing or keyboarding; Fine motor control; Use of both hands; Use of both arms; Use of both legs; Use of both feet. (4) Weight handling requirements: Carrying 30+ pounds.

Work Environment: (1) General work environment: Outdoors; At heights; In a cold environment; Working alone; Working overtime or irregular schedule; In a hot environment 90 – 100 F; In widely ranging ambient temperatures; In a dry environment; Operation of motor vehicles. (2) Specific work environment: Work in a noisy environment; Work under unusual lighting conditions; Work with weapons or explosives; Work near machinery with moving parts; (3) Chemical environment: toxic chemicals; Irritant chemicals; Dusts or powders; Sprays, mists, or vapors; Fumes; Carcinogens. (4) Protective clothing & environment: Safety glasses or eye protection; Hearing protection; Gloves or hand protection; Safety shoes or protective footgear.

Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM.

COVID Vaccine :

The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.

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 .

Note to Applicants:

For Full Consideration: Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any or all of the desired qualifications.

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 (paid sick, vacation, 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). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements

• for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance which requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon position, additional authorization to access nuclear weapons information may be required that may or may not be available to dual citizens depending upon the circumstances.

• 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.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1. Appointment Type

Regular

Regular

Contact Details
Contact Name Ryan, Kyle Steven (Kyle)
Email [email protected]
Work Telephone
Vacancy Name: IRC90860
Organization Name M-6/Explosive Applications And Spec Prjcts
Minimum Salary 77300
Maximum Salary 126000
Req ID: IRC90860
Category: Project Management