What You Will Do
The X-Theoretical Design Division (XTD) is looking for an outstanding scientific leader to serve as the Group Leader for XTD-IDA, the Integrated Design and Assessment Group. In this role, you will be responsible for the management, scientific direction, and technical quality and delivery of the products generated by the group. XTD-IDA provides intellectual leadership toward an improved predictive understanding of all aspects of nuclear weapon physics, design, performance, certification, and plays a leadership role in the integration of weapons-directed theoretical, experimental, and modeling activities throughout the Laboratory. XTD-IDA also pursues high-energy-density physics (HEDP) science experiments to underwrite the scientific and simulation capabilities in the group. More broadly, XTD-IDA applies its technical capabilities to enhance the entire portfolio of work in the X Theoretical Design Division. The R&D Manager 4 for XTD-IDA will work closely with the rest of the XTD management team, will maintain and develop working relationships with stakeholders inside and outside the Laboratory, and will pay close attention to the mentoring and development of the personnel within the group.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Demonstrated effective leadership, to include strategy development, program development, institutional partnerships, creativity and innovation, decisiveness, integrity, and institutional perspective.
- Experience and evidence of excellent performance in scientific or technical leadership roles.
- Experience mentoring, recruiting, career development, and providing constructive feedback.
- Experience and evidence of technical expertise in the areas of nuclear weapon physics and design.
- Demonstrated commitment to the pursuit of high-energy-density physics experiments and simulations.
- Knowledge of the activities, needs, and workflow of the nuclear weapons physics applications community, at LANL or elsewhere.
- Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to obtain a Q clearance.
Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Specific Technical Expertise Areas
Demonstrated experience in direct stockpile-related programs is preferred. Demonstrated experience in nuclear physics, particle physics, neutral or charged-particle transport, fluid dynamics, shock physics, high explosives, equations of state, material science, plasma physics, or another closely related discipline is desired. Experience with large-scale simulation of complex physical processes is preferred. Experience in designing, analyzing, coordinating, and/or conducting experimental activities is also desired.
LANL Weapons Program Knowledge
Knowledge of LANL line/program interactions and roles & responsibilities, plus knowledge of the activities, needs, and workflow of the nuclear weapons physics applications community, is desired.
NNSA NA-10 Program Knowledge
Knowledge and familiarity with how NNSA NA-10 is structured and interacts with the LANL Weapons Program is highly desirable. Experience supporting NNSA federal program managers in coordination with local LANL weapon program managers is also desired.
PhD in science or engineering in a specialization relevant to XTD-IDA is strongly preferred
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 commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Applicants should submit a CV, contact information for three references, and a cover letter of interest
describing how they meet the required and desired qualifications for the position. Applications without a
cover letter will not be considered.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
[email protected] or call (505)-664-6947.
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.
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