About Sandia Sandia 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. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs: Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide Extraordinary co-workers Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world Career advancement and enrichment opportunities Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home) Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance* World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov These benefits vary by job classification. What Your Job Will Be Like We are seeking a highly motivated R&D Systems Engineer to serve as Sandia’s Nuclear Threat Science Program Manager. You will work daily with a dedicated team of researchers across Sandia to advance our Nation’s counter-WMD capabilities by understanding the science and technology behind nuclear threats. The NTS PM will collaboratively engage with NA-80 program leadership at SNL, across the NNSA labs, NNSA HQ, and with external agencies to advance the Threat Science mission. Cross-program engagement with Incident Response, Forensics, Systems Analysis, and Data Sciences will be necessary. As the program manager, you will lead technical work, partner with the leadership team to develop and implement a long-term program vision, provide exceptional customer service to our sponsors, and “bring the laboratory to bear” on our mission’s greatest challenges. This is an exciting opportunity to own and advance a truly unique program and work with experienced and dedicated team members. Candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter with their resume detailing their qualifications for this role. On any given day, you may be asked to: Plan and execute the NTS program including: execution plans, reporting, and partnering across SNL with technical experts to realize program objectives. Envision the future of the Threat Science mission and define technical and programmatic direction. Mentor and coach technical contributors. Broaden awareness of the Threat Science mission at SNL. Participate in and lead interagency working groups, program meetings, and targeted engagements. Develop new concepts and ideas for future capabilities and studies. Partner across programs, capabilities, and external collaborators (e.g. universities, Tri-/Quad-Lab) to maximize SNL’s impact on the Threat Science mission. Frequent travel (25%-40%) will be required including some international travel. Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite. Note: this position is also posted at the Distinguished level. Only one candidate will be selected from between the two postings. Qualifications We Require Master’s degree in Computer/Mechanical/Electrical/Nuclear/Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or relevant field, plus four (4) or more years of directly related experience. Minimum four years’ experience leading large technical projects and/or programs. Minimum two years’ experience in the following: Managing customer/sponsor expectations and communications. Leading technical teams. Experience developing and executing work plans and budgets. Active DOE Q-level and SCI security clearances. Qualifications We Desire PhD in a relevant STEM discipline (such as Computer/Mechanical/Electrical/Nuclear/Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, etc…) Experience in the following: Leading large projects/programs/portfolios (>$4M/year). Leading or contributing to relevant program and mission areas including: Nuclear Incident Response, Nuclear Forensics, Threat Science, Systems Analysis, Data Sciences, and others. Managing high-risk security programs and information protection requirements Engaging across Tri-/Quad-Labs, DOE HQ, external agencies, and effectively managing customer/sponsor expectations Working with a multidisciplinary, multi-organizational team to execute mission-critical work Leading or contributing to exploratory concept development NEST responder Demonstrated technical expertise in a Threat Science relevant technical area including: data sciences, energetic materials, radiological/nuclear material and physics, modeling and simulation (analysis), systems analysis, computer and electrical engineering, etc… Knowledge of Sandia Work Planning and Controls and/or ES&H requirements for hazardous activity-level work (including explosives, radiation, electrical, chemical, etc…) Strong written and verbal communication skills Current Derivative Classifier (DC) training About Our Team Sandia’s WMD Counterterrorism and Response programs protect national security, public safety, and the environment from real or potential risks posed by chemical, biological, nuclear, and radiological weapons of mass destruction (WMD). We engage with federal sponsors to develop and deploy technologies to anticipate, detect, assess, and characterize WMD threats. We also provide emergency responders with technologies, expertise, deployable personnel, and training to assist in the prevention, response, and mitigation of WMD incidents. Posting Duration This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the ‘posting date’. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. Security Clearance Position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) SCI security clearance to start, or equivalent active security clearance with another U.S. government agency (e.g., DOD). Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance and SCI access, both of which require US citizenship. SCI access may also require a polygraph examination. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain these levels of access may be impacted. Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. EEO All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law. NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs. If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.