What You Will Do

Sigma Division provides outstanding engineering solutions using materials science to enable the lab's mission for supporting and improving national security. Utilizing world class expertise and innovation, we are focused on leading the way in manufacturing science related to nuclear weapons, metals and alloys, nuclear fuels, and a variety of non-metallic materials.

This opening is for a Deputy Group Leader (DGL) reporting directly to the Group Leader (GL) of Sigma-1. Sigma-1 is one of three groups under the Division and is comprised of four teams: Foundry and Solidification Science, Deformation Processing, Powder Materials Processing, and Materials Compatibility. Each team contributes a unique capability that along with its sister organizations enables the Division to complete its mission.

We are seeking a Deputy Group Leader, passionate about leading a high functioning group to address challenging issues of national interest. This DGL will assist with the tactical and strategic planning for the Group, ensuring that mission needs, and programmatic deliverables are met today and into the future. The DGL will work closely with the Sigma-1 Group Leader to provide leadership, vision, strategic and tactical planning, and management for high quality fundamental and applied research, materials characterization, and production support. The successful DGL will:

• Support excellence in technical program execution including high quality scientific research and completion of program/project deliverables.

• Assist with employee teambuilding to enhance capabilities and support initiatives.

• Mentor employees to develop R&D science and manufacturing competencies.

• Develop the team without compromising the interpersonal relationships of group members.

• Support stewardship of the Group's funding base and business management.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Technical

Demonstrated professional-level background with a record of technical achievement in a materials science or engineering field.

Leadership and Management

Experience in a management position, with a proven ability to effectively lead teams, manage, and develop employees. Demonstrated successful leadership of projects and personnel.

Team Building

Previous experience in building and leading teams, mentoring and motivating employees, and working effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel to gain consensus and resolve conflicts.

Safety and Security

Working knowledge of operational rigor needed to maintain safe, secure, and regulatory compliant operations.

Communication

Demonstrated ability to communicate to personnel at all levels, with an emphasis on experience coordinating efforts in cross-organizational collaboration projects.

Agility and Decision Making

Demonstrated decision making and creative problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing tactical drivers, regulations, and work conditions while enabling production of quality results and mission advancement.

• Ability to obtain a "Q" clearance.

Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. An advanced degree in science or engineering is preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active "Q" clearance and HRP certification

• Experience working in both R&D and manufacturing environments, highly desirable.

Note to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants MUST submit their resume and a detailed cover letter addressing all requirements of the job.

Work Environment

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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.

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 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) 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.

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 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

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.