Sustainment NIF Facility Integration Manager

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in supporting the worlds most advanced laser facility We are seeking a dynamic Sustainment NIF Facility Integration Manager (FIM) to join the National Ignition Facility and Photon Sciences (NIF&PS) this critical position you will lead the schedule and technical integration of sustainment projects with the NIF Facility ensuring that all activities are seamlessly planned coordinated and executed to support the mission of NIF. As the primary point of contact for sustainment integration you will manage risks foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and help drive the continued success of this world-class facility. This position is in the Laser Systems Engineering & Operations (LSEO) Division within the Engineering Directorate.

In this role you will 

• Lead teams programs or functions with a technical focus operate under consultative direction with substantial authority use subject matter expertise and significant team leadership experience and exercise judgment within established policies to monitor workflow allocate resources ensure timely completion of projects independently determine strategies and achieve objectives while managing organizational impact and pursuing actions to achieve long-term goals.
• Manage the integration and execution of highly complex sustainment projects with NIF Facility and ensure  alignment with operational needs.
• Define oversee and clarify the highly complex scope for each sustainment activity partner with NIF Facility Section Managers and other stakeholders to ensure clear objectives and deliverables and document technical goals and operational concepts.
• Perform risk analysis (such as FMEA) for sustainment activities and guide and implement risk mitigation efforts in collaboration with section managers.
• Collaborate with the appropriate organizations to identify and address technical needs develop and manage business project plans for program execution and secure the necessary work teams and resources including personnel and equipment for each phase of sustainment projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for sustainment integration represent sustainment at planning and coordination meetings and escalate gaps in planning and execution as needed.
• Foster stakeholder engagement by conducting regular meetings with section managers planners and relevant project teams to clarify roles processes and integration requirements while actively soliciting feedback for continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelors degree in Science or Engineering or technical related field or the equivalent combination of education and related experience and ability to lead independent work.
• Subject matter expert knowledge in science or engineering for implementation of integrated highly complex and large-scale systems.
• Significant experience in  leadership and management of personnel and operations for large and highly complex technical systems operated by teams in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment and in coordinating efforts across multiple organizations.
• Significant experience in managing and executing  integrated safety management processes.
• Demonstrated ability to use interpersonal skills to effectively manage personnel conflicts and maintain high morale in a demanding and dynamic environment.
• Expert verbal and written communication facilitation and problem solving skills necessary to effectively collaborate and lead diverse teams in a multidisciplinary environment present and explain technical information and provide advice to management personnel and stakeholders.

Qualifications We Desire

• Masters degree in Science Engineering Physics or related technical field.
• In-depth knowledge of NIF&PS management and structures.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position open to Lab employees and external candidates.

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  Remote Work :

  No

  
  

  Employment Type :

  Full-time