AMERICAN VACUUM SOCIETY INC
Program Group Leader - Capabilities for Nuclear Intelligence - Active Security C
AMERICAN VACUUM SOCIETY INC, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
We have an opening for a Program Group Leader (PGL) to lead and manage the Capabilities for Nuclear Intelligence (CNI) Program Group within Threat Mitigation (TM) in the Weapon Physics and Design (WPD) program. The CNI PGL will lead a portfolio of technical efforts to plan and execute activities that support the development, validation, and verification of nuclear intelligence capabilities. This position will be in the Strategic Deterrence (SD) Directorate.This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at a higher level.
In this role, you willFoster coordination, communication, and positive team dynamics amongst all team members.Ensure development and delivery of advanced capabilities to close capability gaps and in alignment with WPD strategic goals.Plan and guide scientific and technical direction for the projects in the CNI program group.Provide technical contributions toward advancing state-of-the-art capabilities pursed by the CNI program group.Interface with the Strategic Consequence Assessments, Weapon Output, and Design Studies PGLs within the Threat Mitigation Program elements to execute the comprehensive TM strategic plan.Annually develop program plan priorities and staffing and track throughout the year.Manage the CNI budget and report monthly on project execution status.Recognize, create, and implement plans to promote and foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional job responsibilities at the SEL.5 levelResponsible for strategic planning and directing projects plus program goals and objectives.Act as senior expert on nuclear intelligence modeling requirements.Work in close partnership with Weapon Simulation and Computing (WSC) to build a shared awareness of capability development priorities and challenges.Serve on internal/external scientific/technical committees when needed and influence strategic technical decisions made by senior management, cross-program coordinators, NNSA HQ, Intelligence Community.This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency with SCI at the time of hire.Doctoral degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent level of demonstrated knowledge.Significant experience with multi-physics modeling and simulation with broad knowledge of design practices and familiarity with the LLNL weapon-physics programs.Significant experience with international assessments of nuclear weapons.Significant experience teaming and partnering effectively to lead cross-disciplinary and cross-laboratory teams to work toward programmatic and institutional goals.Highly advanced problem solving, analytical, technical, organizational, and management skills necessary to independently advise, recommend, and approve appropriate actions and implement solutions.Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, necessary to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management.Experience fostering productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, institutions across the DOE and Intelligence Community.Additional qualifications at the SEL.5 levelExpert knowledge of multi-physics modeling and simulation with demonstrated deep experience in design and familiarity with the LLNL weapon-physics programs.Extensive experience teaming and partnering effectively to build, lead, and motivate cross-disciplinary and cross-laboratory teams to work toward programmatic and institutional goals.Extensive experience with international assessments of nuclear weapons.Extensive experience managing and leading a significant technical portfolio, supporting large-scale projects led by others, building budgets and spending plans, and a demonstrated ability to deliver results.Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, necessary to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management.Experience in strategic planning and in decision-making on matters that significantly impact WPD's ability to achieve its overall objectives and long-range goals.Substantial experience sustaining productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, NNSA management, institutions across the DOE and the Intelligence Community.Qualifications We DesireFamiliarity with WPD and Z-program planning and budgeting.Strong relationships within the Intelligence Community.Demonstrated experience implementing plans that promote and value inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability principles in the workplace.
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In this role, you willFoster coordination, communication, and positive team dynamics amongst all team members.Ensure development and delivery of advanced capabilities to close capability gaps and in alignment with WPD strategic goals.Plan and guide scientific and technical direction for the projects in the CNI program group.Provide technical contributions toward advancing state-of-the-art capabilities pursed by the CNI program group.Interface with the Strategic Consequence Assessments, Weapon Output, and Design Studies PGLs within the Threat Mitigation Program elements to execute the comprehensive TM strategic plan.Annually develop program plan priorities and staffing and track throughout the year.Manage the CNI budget and report monthly on project execution status.Recognize, create, and implement plans to promote and foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional job responsibilities at the SEL.5 levelResponsible for strategic planning and directing projects plus program goals and objectives.Act as senior expert on nuclear intelligence modeling requirements.Work in close partnership with Weapon Simulation and Computing (WSC) to build a shared awareness of capability development priorities and challenges.Serve on internal/external scientific/technical committees when needed and influence strategic technical decisions made by senior management, cross-program coordinators, NNSA HQ, Intelligence Community.This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency with SCI at the time of hire.Doctoral degree in engineering, physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent level of demonstrated knowledge.Significant experience with multi-physics modeling and simulation with broad knowledge of design practices and familiarity with the LLNL weapon-physics programs.Significant experience with international assessments of nuclear weapons.Significant experience teaming and partnering effectively to lead cross-disciplinary and cross-laboratory teams to work toward programmatic and institutional goals.Highly advanced problem solving, analytical, technical, organizational, and management skills necessary to independently advise, recommend, and approve appropriate actions and implement solutions.Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, necessary to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management.Experience fostering productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, institutions across the DOE and Intelligence Community.Additional qualifications at the SEL.5 levelExpert knowledge of multi-physics modeling and simulation with demonstrated deep experience in design and familiarity with the LLNL weapon-physics programs.Extensive experience teaming and partnering effectively to build, lead, and motivate cross-disciplinary and cross-laboratory teams to work toward programmatic and institutional goals.Extensive experience with international assessments of nuclear weapons.Extensive experience managing and leading a significant technical portfolio, supporting large-scale projects led by others, building budgets and spending plans, and a demonstrated ability to deliver results.Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, necessary to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management.Experience in strategic planning and in decision-making on matters that significantly impact WPD's ability to achieve its overall objectives and long-range goals.Substantial experience sustaining productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, NNSA management, institutions across the DOE and the Intelligence Community.Qualifications We DesireFamiliarity with WPD and Z-program planning and budgeting.Strong relationships within the Intelligence Community.Demonstrated experience implementing plans that promote and value inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability principles in the workplace.
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