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Associate Program Director for Transformational Technologies and Phase 1s - Active Security Clearance Required

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · Livermore, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$339k–$432k/yrFull-time

Join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and contribute to impactful work advancing science and technology for U.S. security and global stability. Our mission covers nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense, fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

About the role

The Associate Program Director for Transformational Technologies and Phase 1s (TTP1) will lead and manage the TTP1 section of the Weapon Physics and Design (WPD) program. This role anticipates design needs and delivers novel solutions to accelerate the weapons complex’s ability to cycle through design, manufacturing, production, and qualification. The portfolio includes physics contributions to integrated demonstrator projects and technologies transforming experimental approaches for assessment and certification activities. You will develop future deterrent capabilities and establish the foundation for transforming the nuclear weapon enterprise.

Additionally, this position serves as the LLNL Funding Stream Point of Contact (FSPOC) for the Stockpile Responsiveness Program (SRP) in NA-115, focusing on exercising all phases of the nuclear weapons life cycle, transferring capabilities to the next generation, demonstrating capabilities through prototyping and flight testing, and shortening design, certification, and manufacturing cycles. This role requires full-time on-site presence.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and execute the TT portfolio, approximately $30M in scope.
  • Collaborate with the WPD senior management team to provide technical direction for the annual WPD Program Plan, including staffing and budget allocations.
  • Lead and coordinate TT activities supporting assessment and certification capabilities development, establishing the foundation for enterprise and experimental transformation.
  • Work with the Associate Program Director for Enabling Technologies in the Weapons, Technologies and Engineering (WTE) Program to support collaborative prototyping and development efforts for potential future Phase 1s.
  • Provide growth opportunities in skills, knowledge, and leadership for the next generation of weapon designers.
  • Develop and implement strategies to enhance collaboration and integration within WPD and across other programs in Strategic Deterrence (SD).
  • Manage and communicate objectives, accomplishments, challenges, and plans to the WPD workforce.
  • Represent the Program to SD management in internal and external meetings, working groups, and special assignments.
  • Promote and maintain strong relationships with NNSA, other NNSA laboratories, and DoD/DoW elements associated with nuclear weapons.
  • Conduct operations and business management in compliance with LLNS policy, contract requirements, and applicable laws and regulations.
  • As FSPOC for SRP:
    • Coordinate planning and reporting for all SRP-funded activities at LLNL to WPD, WTE, and SD management and to NNSA Federal Program Managers.
    • Collaborate with other FSPOCs and SD program managers to integrate and leverage SRP-funded activities for SD program benefits.
    • Work across WPD, WTE, Weapons Simulation and Computing (WSC) Programs, and supporting organizations to develop tools advancing materials, tools, and production methods for responsive development and rapid demonstration of advanced systems.

Requirements

  • Active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire, with the ability to obtain and maintain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access.
  • PhD in Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent demonstrated knowledge.
  • Extensive knowledge in nuclear weapon physics and design, expertise in a weapon science discipline, and familiarity with SD and the LLNL weapons program.
  • Advanced ability to delegate effectively and build, lead, and motivate complex interdisciplinary teams toward programmatic and institutional goals.
  • Extensive experience managing and leading a significant technical portfolio, supporting large-scale projects, and delivering results.
  • Demonstrated advanced problem-solving, analytical, technical, organizational, and management skills to independently advise, recommend, and implement solutions.
  • Experience in strategic planning and decision-making on matters significantly affecting organizational and Laboratory objectives and long-range goals.
  • Expert communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management and government officials.
  • Experience sustaining productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, NNSA management, institutions across the DOE and DoD/DoW enterprise, and external advisors and reviewers.

Qualifications we desire

  • Familiarity with the Weapon Simulation and Computing (WSC) and Weapon Technologies and Engineering (WTE) programs.

Pay

$338,580 - $431,568 annually. This range reflects the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on factors including competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business needs.

Benefits

  • Flexible Benefits Package
  • 401(k)
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)

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