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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Program Manager 2/3 - (Production System Maturation)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$104K/yr - $172K/yr

5+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a Program Manager to provide technical program management leadership across the Production System Maturation initiative, integrating technical understanding with programmatic oversight to mature ALDWP's production enterprise.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary interface with internal and/or external customers to develop, negotiate, and define mission goals and deliverables aligned to PSM

Provide leadership and tactical planning for execution of technical portfolios, integrating safety, security, environmental compliance, quality, contractor assurance, and business imperatives

Develop and implement execution plans from conception through completion, monitoring cost, schedule, and performance against milestones

Identify and manage risks; recommend and implement mitigation strategies

Prepare and deliver clear, concise, and informative technical and programmatic briefings and reports for Laboratory management and federal sponsors

Support integration of multiple projects into a cohesive technical program, aligning with ALDWP's production-readiness goals and NNSA expectations

Exert significant latitude in strategic planning and portfolio execution across multi-organizational technical programs

Directly negotiate and manage high-level DOE/NNSA and enterprise partnerships, anticipating strategic shifts and positioning resources accordingly

Lead and mentor assigned technical and programmatic staff, building capability and cohesion across the PSM portfolio

Represent the Laboratory with delegated authority to negotiate scope, schedule, budget, and performance milestones for highly complex or sensitive efforts

Qualification

Program ManagementRisk ManagementTechnical LeadershipStakeholder EngagementManufacturing ExperienceNuclear Security KnowledgeCommunication SkillsEmployee DevelopmentTeam MentoringCollaboration SkillsPresentation Skills

Required

Working knowledge of program management for technical or operational work, including defining scope, schedules, budgets, and milestones; developing cost and schedule baselines; reporting variance; and managing change control and risk

Ability to integrate safety, security, quality, and regulatory compliance into program execution

Experience developing and nurturing effective relationships with internal and external customers and presenting program status and issues to diverse audiences

Advanced knowledge and successfully demonstrated experience in program management of complex technical portfolios; proven ability to anticipate strategic shifts and position resources

Demonstrated ability to negotiate, influence, and build consensus with high-level DOE/NNSA customers and other enterprise partners

Experience directing or mentoring multi-disciplinary technical staff while delivering on scope, schedule, and cost commitments

Proven ability to prepare and deliver clear and concise technical and programmatic presentations, reports, and correspondence

Experience building coalitions and fostering collaboration across multiple organizations and disciplines

Bachelor's degree in a technical or STEM field and 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Bachelor's degree in a technical or STEM field and 8 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred

Experience in production, manufacturing, or nuclear/high-hazard environments

Working knowledge of enterprise manufacturing and production support platforms such as Oracle Primavera P6, Solumina iBASE-t MES, Windchill Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Oracle Material Requirements Planning (MRP), or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Demonstrated success integrating technical program work with institutional strategies and evolving customer needs

Knowledge of the DOE/NNSA complex and experience engaging with federal sponsors and Nuclear Security Enterprise sites

Experience with risk management frameworks and large-scale program controls

Commitment to workforce development, employee retention, and fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture