Sandia National Laboratories · 2 days ago
R&D Senior Manager - Modern Systems Actualization, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$184K/yr - $314K/yr
10+ years expSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. The R&D Senior Manager will lead a talented group of professionals to execute strategic initiatives for the US Nuclear Detonation Detection System, overseeing the design, development, and delivery of operational ground segments tailored to national security needs.
GovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead Integrated Teams: Oversee a collaborative team of managers to ensure alignment with mission objectives
Capability Development: Partner with the Modern Systems Solutions group (6370) to create and manage a capability factory that balances stakeholder needs with team capacity
Strategic Leadership: Drive the development and execution of group strategy, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and nurture strong partnerships with Sandia Program Offices, co-developing solutions to meet their needs
Synergy Creation: Encourage collaboration between projects and products within the group to enhance overall impact
Portfolio Execution: Lead the execution of the emergent systems portfolio alongside the Modern Systems Solutions group
Program Oversight: Direct the execution of the US Nuclear Detonation Detection System (USNDS), ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience, plus ten (10) or more years of directly related experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and SCI, which may require a polygraph test
Preferred
Five (5) or more years of demonstrated leadership experience
A graduate degree in science or engineering (MS or Ph.D.)
Demonstrated positive impact of leadership ability, including direct and influence management skills
Experience in establishing and carrying out program and organizational strategy including experience in technical business development
Active DOE Q clearance
Ability to build effective partnerships across multiple agencies, both within and outside of Sandia
Proven success in delivering complex engineering design projects on time and within budget
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong customer-focused approach
Ability to adapt positively and creatively to changing environments, demonstrating resilience and innovation
Established networks within Sandia that can be leveraged for collaboration and support
Experience in the broader Space Enterprise or other broad national security programs
Proven alignment to Sandia's corporate values
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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