Cleared R&D Manager - Product Delivery Value Streams, Onsite

Sandia Corporation•Albuquerque, NM

35d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated Level 1 Manager to lead the third Purchased Product Value Stream (PPVS) department in the Product Delivery Value Streams Group (PDVS, 7560). Group 7560 is responsible for Neutron Generator Production and the Purchase Product Value Streams that support ND component production at Sandia for stockpile systems and modernization programs (W76, W78, W88-0, W87-0, W80-1, B61-11, B61-12, W80-4, W87-1, W93). The Purchased Product Value Stream 3 (PPVS3), Org. 07561, oversees industrial engineering, ND quality compliant stores, and materials operations that support the Neutron Generator (NG) Enterprise and other ND production partners. PPVS3 works in a high-consequence operational envelope encompassing classified materials, precious metals, closed areas, chemicals, and radioactive materials. The organization is responsible for assuring the integrity and traceability of weapons material though the logistics supply chain which includes receiving, incoming acceptance, warehousing, inventory management, material movement, and shipping. PPVS3 is also responsible for the design, development, testing, and delivery of Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant packaging solutions and operations engineering as well as the planning for the build of packaging kits and NG disassembly activities. The organization also supervises the planning, coordination and execution of outbound customer shipments. Finally, the PPVS3 Industrial Engineering team provides expertise in data analytics, layout design, static capacity models, dynamic Monte Carlo simulations, resource utilization, and data visualization techniques to our production partners (Active Ceramics, Neutron Tubes, Neutron Generator Sub-Assemblies, Electronic Neutron Generator, and Final Neutron Generator Assembly production floors, as well as PPVS) to increase operational efficiency, effectiveness, and customer confidence. The position will manage a broad range of exempt, non-exempt, and MTC represented employees. This management position oversees a broad safety and security envelope that includes high risk materials (classified, chemicals, precious metals, radioactive materials), facilities, and physical operations. Effective engineered safety and security are critical to successful operations as is alignment to Sandia policies, manuals, and processes. The organization has a strong organizational commitment to Lean Six Sigma as a continuous improvement methodology and high rigor with respect to all operations. On any given day, you may be called to: Lead a hard-working team of engineers in their delivery of product to quality, safety, security, schedule, and budgetary requirements Lead a hard-working team of technologists and material coordinators to ensure MQ requirements related to product quality are met and that the production floors schedules are met Coordinate work rooted in the fundamentals of science and engineering and that requires a deep understanding of engineering and scientific principles. Oversee and lead members of the workforce within the department, to include supporting the career development of staff members Team with group and center management in the development and/or continuous improvement of the engineering, manufacturing, design, and operations work practices Motivate, mentor, and develop the team to enable them to meet the production, engineering, and design goals and challenges within Center 7500. Sometimes these challenges include out of Center activities to help solve some of the most critical NSE problems Lead critical relationships, inclusive of external suppliers and inspection houses, NG Design Agency, NG Production Agency, ND Quality, ES&H, Security, and other key partners across Sandia to meet Sandia mission commitments Participate in critical strategic initiatives for the Center, the Group, and the Department Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and eight (8) years of directly relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of directly relevant education and engineering or scientific experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform independent research and development
An active DOE Q clearance, or equivalent is required to start

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of demonstrated leadership experience.
A graduate degree in science or engineering (MS or Ph.D.).
Outstanding interpersonal skills in developing trusting relationships with peers, staff, management, customers, and stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the development and delivery of presentations, proposals, reports and documentation.
Experience with ND Product Realization Process
Experience working in a production environment
Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and complete multiple programs and projects
Demonstrated ability to team with others to produce successful outcomes
Strong problem-solving skills
Ability to manage numerous projects at a time
Solid project management and risk management skills.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
Experience in building a culture of safety, security, and continuous improvement
Experience with inventory management & logistics systems or Supply Chain systems
Experience leveraging capabilities of Industrial Engineers (e.g. simulation modeling, capacity analysis, optimization, layout design, product flow, workload leveling) to improve production operations
Demonstrated track record of customer satisfaction with respect to cost, performance, and schedule
Demonstrated flexible and adaptable approach to changing needs, requirements, and circumstances
Experience managing high rigor operations and/or high consequence work activities (quality/security /safety) including hazardous material handling and radiological materials.
Experience managing secure spaces (e.g. VTRs).
Familiarity with the Neutron Generator Enterprise and/or knowledge of design agency and production agency roles and responsibilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and an ability to interact well with a diverse set of employees (Engineers, MTC, Technologists, Planners).
Demonstrated managerial skills: development and execution of a strategic vision; mentor and lead an organization/team on goals and objectives; effectively recruit, hire, and lead people; and guide a team with diverse education and experience.
Experience with Quality Management Systems, Audits, and Assessments.

Responsibilities

Lead a hard-working team of engineers in their delivery of product to quality, safety, security, schedule, and budgetary requirements
Lead a hard-working team of technologists and material coordinators to ensure MQ requirements related to product quality are met and that the production floors schedules are met
Coordinate work rooted in the fundamentals of science and engineering and that requires a deep understanding of engineering and scientific principles.
Oversee and lead members of the workforce within the department, to include supporting the career development of staff members
Team with group and center management in the development and/or continuous improvement of the engineering, manufacturing, design, and operations work practices
Motivate, mentor, and develop the team to enable them to meet the production, engineering, and design goals and challenges within Center 7500. Sometimes these challenges include out of Center activities to help solve some of the most critical NSE problems
Lead critical relationships, inclusive of external suppliers and inspection houses, NG Design Agency, NG Production Agency, ND Quality, ES&H, Security, and other key partners across Sandia to meet Sandia mission commitments
Participate in critical strategic initiatives for the Center, the Group, and the Department

Benefits

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 vacation, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

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