The Computation Analysis and Simulation Group (X-3) has a vacancy for a Deputy Group Leader (DGL). The DGL will be expected to provide technical leadership balanced with team building and strategic development. The DGL will have responsibility for leading the Eulerian Hydrocodes section which produces computational and simulation capabilities centered on development and maintenance of predictive multi-physics hydrocodes for LANL, DOE, and the extended scientific community. These simulation and numerical tools are used for production analysis as well as scientific investigation integration of physics models and numerical algorithms and are used by a diverse user community, including LANL X-Division designers overseeing the stewardship of the U.S. nuclear stockpile. The candidate will also be expected to manage aspects of the section operations, including fiscal responsibility and planning for the section; to serve as an active manager and leader in the group office; to be an advocate for the technical section, X-3, and X-Division's technical accomplishments and capabilities; to be proactive and decisive in personnel issues; to adhere to the Laboratory's defined roles and responsibilities for Deputy Group Leaders; and to show commitment to a diverse workforce, AA/EEO policies and the Laboratory's ES&H, and security policies.
Demonstrated professional-level knowledge, experience and background in the technical focus areas of one of the sections mentioned. Proven performance in previous work assignments that demonstrates excellence in technical leadership, effective business practices, and effective project management skills, including project planning and implementation; motivation, consensus building, conflict resolution involving personnel at diverse levels; and the ability to satisfy customer requirements in a timely manner by making sound programmatic and technical decisions. Demonstrated leadership skills, including strategic thinking, creativity and innovation, an institutional perspective, team building, decisiveness, integrity, and ability to work across organization boundaries. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills. This position requires a Q access authorization.
Desired Skills:
Demonstrated management experience as a Project Leader, Team Leader or Deputy Group Leader. Professional-level knowledge of priorities and critical issues related to X-Division and/or the Weapons program, especially as related to the development of large scale scientific simulations. Experience with program development, professional development of staff and strategic hiring. Familiarity with Laboratory administrative systems.
Summary
Serves as the deputy unit/group manager assisting in the oversight of research and development employees and activities within one of the following disciplines: biological science, chemical science, earth science, materials science, physical science, engineering, or information/computing science and/or engineering.
NOTE: This position denotes a manager of research and development science and engineering functions. For non-research and development engineering management functions, see Engineering Manager job descriptions.
Job Duties
- Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Maintains required safety and security training, assures safety and security compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. Serves as a model for the business unit/group in areas of safety and security behavior. Serves as a responsible steward of the environment and increases awareness of environmental laws and standards.
- Assists and serves as deputy in the overall management of scientists/engineers, skilled support employees, and reporting first line research and development managers within a research and development unit/group.
- Assists and serves as deputy in the overall management for planning and coordinating multiple research and development activities and processes for new technological initiatives and/or products at a research and development unit/group level.
- Assists and serves as deputy for selecting solutions, monitoring implementation status, reporting progress towards research and development unit/group objectives and improvements, including work scope, technical capabilities, schedules, budget, and operations.
- Assists and serves as deputy to ensure and model continuous efforts to define and improve the flow of work activities and works cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
- Provides counsel, advice, and assistance to employees and management on matters dealing with government legislation, Department of Energy (DOE) contract compliance, and/or Laboratory policies or procedures to ensure compliance.
- As deputy, provides guidance and interpretation of policies and programs concerning research and development activities. Develops and implements updated processes and procedures in a timely manner.
- As deputy, supports R&D manager 4 in ensuring proper communication to business unit/group employees on the implementation of research and development policies, procedures and practices.
- Assists R&D manager 4 and serves as deputy to direct the preparation of studies on complex subjects for management; identifies problem areas, investigates alternative solutions, determines cost implications, and selects and implements short- and long-term solutions to problems or opportunities for improvement.
- Provides input for budgets; reviews applicable segment of budgets in relation to research and development objectives to ensure cost effectiveness.
- Supports R&D manager 4 in directing the administration of research and development employees including, forecasting staffing requirements, directing assignments, assuring workforce development, monitoring performance, and initiating personnel actions.
- Fosters a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
Job Knowledge
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in one or more of the following research and development disciplines: biological science, chemical science, earth science, materials science, physical science, engineering, or information/computing science and/or engineering.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in developing and implementing research and development projects and related processes.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in conducting research and/or development activities, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions to problems affecting research and development activities, projects, and/or initiatives.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in implementing, enforcing, and providing guidance for Laboratory policy affecting research and development activities, projects, and/or initiatives.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in implementing, enforcing, and providing guidance for Laboratory objectives and other statements of policy, practice, and/or procedure.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in budget preparation and oversight.
§ Thorough knowledge of and proven ability in management, supervision, and development of assigned employees.
Education
§ Minimum requirement is a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering.
Direction
A. Supervision Received
§ Receives functional and operational direction from higher-level research and development managers.
§ Works under nominal supervision, typically received directly from research and development manager 4.
B. Supervision Exercised
§ Provides functional and operational direction to reporting research and development managers and technical, operational, and administrative staff, if assigned.
§ Assists research and development manager 4 in providing direction to a research and development unit/group, including the ability to build effective teams and enhance technical and professional skills of reporting staff.
C. Contacts
§ Internal contacts include research and development line, project/program, and senior managers.
§ External contacts may include parent companies, government agencies, and professional and community organizations.
§ May be sought our for peer review by others.
This description is not intended to be a complete statement of every aspect of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the essential functions to be performed. Assigned functions of this job may vary, and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at the discretion of management.
Applicants must have the ability to obtain a DOE "Q" clearance, which normally requires U.S. citizenship.
Education: Masters Degree in physics, engineering, or applied mathematics is required. PhD greatly preferred.
Pre-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Government Conflict of Interest: To ensure that you and LANL avoid any potential conflicts of interest, all current/former Government Officials must read and respond, if applicable, to the LANL Applicant Disclosure Form.
Contact: For specific questions about the status of this job, cal (505) 667-8546.
For specific questions about the status of this job, call (505)664-6947
