Applied Engineering Mechanics Group Leader - Active Security Clearance Required

LLNL•Livermore, CA

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About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is hiring a Group Leader for an analysis group in the Applied Engineering Mechanics (AEM) Section. The group uses advanced nonlinear finite element analysis codes developed at LLNL to evaluate structural and material responses to combined thermal, quasi-static or dynamic, and hydrodynamic loads under time-dependent kinematic conditions in support of Laboratory national security missions. The position is in the Computational Engineering Division (CED), within the Engineering Directorate. Telework may be authorized at LLNL's discretion based on policy, security, program, and performance requirements; it is not guaranteed and may change, including through onsite work requirements. The Group Leader provides administrative leadership and contributes technical and strategic leadership. The role includes supervising and developing staff, directing engineering analysis support for national security programs, ensuring work quality, coordinating workloads and project progress, and collaborating with teams across the Laboratory. The role may be filled at SEL.3 or SEL.4 based on knowledge and related experience. At SEL.4, the position also sets broad project vision and strategy, provides engineering analysis expertise in technical forums, and develops strategies that influence decisions and investments by senior management and external customers. This is a Career Indefinite position open to Laboratory employees and external candidates. An active DOE Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency is required at the time of hire. External applicants selected for the position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. Work in certain Limited Areas may prohibit possession of personal or laboratory mobile and wireless devices, subject to job duties and applicable approvals.

Requirements

An active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.
Master’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Advanced experience and knowledge of engineering analysis in one or more areas: structural mechanics, elasticity, plasticity, material constitutive behavior, failure mechanics, rigid body mechanics and dynamics, heat transfer, explosive material analysis, hydrodynamics, radiation sciences, or aero sciences.
Demonstrated ability to lead and promote technical projects, including formal design reviews, technical presentations, and safety assessments.
Advanced experience applying government or commercial finite element tools, such as ParaDyn, Diablo, ALE3D, Abaqus, or Ansys, and/or other mechanics or multiphysics engineering analysis code suites to assess nonlinear responses of complex systems.
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain and present technical information and advise employees and all levels of management.
Experience working in a team environment with technical and programmatic leadership, and managing multiple concurrent tasks and deliverables.
Advanced interpersonal and listening skills to collaborate and lead effectively in a team environment.
At SEL.4, subject matter expertise in one or more of the listed technical areas, including nonlinear structural mechanics, material constitutive behavior, failure mechanics, rigid body dynamics, heat transfer, explosive material analysis, hydrodynamics, radiation sciences, or aero sciences.
At SEL.4, significant experience leading technical personnel and projects, planning and executing projects, and applying and developing creative solutions to highly complex problems.
At SEL.4, expert communication, facilitation, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to lead a team, present and explain information, influence and advise senior management, and represent the Program and Laboratory positively.

Nice To Haves

PhD in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Significant experience collaborating with the ParaDyn, Diablo, and/or ALE3D code development teams to improve analysis methods and capabilities.
Experience in nuclear weapon system design, requirements, and materials.
Knowledge of Laboratory management and structure, including supervision, budgets, policies, and processes.
Ability to mentor, develop, and encourage team members.
Experience in employee hiring and career development.
Experience with performance reviews, alignment, and salary management processes.

Responsibilities

Provide administrative leadership, supervision, direction, guidance, and support to group members, and provide advanced technical and strategic direction to support project and program objectives.
Recruit, hire, and develop staff through hiring, career development, performance and salary management, mentoring, and coaching.
Provide and review engineering analysis support for the enduring and future weapons stockpile and other national security missions, including guiding the design, testing, modification, and optimization of mechanical components and systems.
Ensure work quality and effective teamwork by planning workloads, tracking complex technical goals, and coordinating with project leaders on performance goals.
Participate in Section and Division meetings and activities, and plan and conduct monthly Group meetings to influence technical direction, Division strategy, employee engagement, and compliance.
Identify and promote collaborative efforts with other groups within the Computational Engineering Division.
Collaborate with Laboratory program project leaders to anticipate and meet technical needs.
At SEL.4, set broad project vision and strategy and influence technical direction for self and others.
At SEL.4, provide engineering analysis subject matter expertise at meetings, briefings, design reviews, and committee activities inside and outside the Laboratory.
At SEL.4, develop technical strategies that influence decisions and investments by senior management and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.