Production Quality Assurance Deputy Group Leader Manufacturing Manager

Full job description What You Will Do


Do you want to be part of an energetic, high performing team; working on challenges and deliverables that ensure national security? Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution with the brightest minds in the world and unparalleled technology and equipment. Production Agency Quality ensures that all products in the Weapons Production Directorate meet or exceed all quality requirements.


Production Quality Assurance (PAQ-2) is responsible for Weapons Supply Chain Quality, Assessments, Supplier Management, Issues Management, Continuous Improvement, Metrics, Requirements Management and Software Quality Assurance.


The successful candidate will partner with management across the Division to provide consistent technical and administrative leadership. Activities will involve operational supervision of group activities, supporting the Group's strategic and tactical planning, assisting with developing and advocating for programs, promote effective partnering with other LANL and outside organizations, oversight of group finances, human resource management, and safety & security management.


The selected candidate will report directly to the Production Agency Quality 2 (PAQ-2) Group Leader and team with other management and staff to advance PAQ Division's capabilities in enhancing the laboratory's national security mission. The selected candidate will use their skills and expertise to organize and guide research and technical efforts, while interacting with peers and other leaders for strategic purposes. You will facilitate hiring, mentoring staff, and building strong technical teams to fulfill mission objectives. You will contribute to advanced manufacturing and development concepts for pit technology modernization and the PAQ-DO strategy. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical leadership skills and advance your career while making lasting contributions on important efforts directly influencing national security.



What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Leadership and Management Demonstrated record of successful technical leadership and proven ability in supervising, directing assignments, assuring training and development, resolving conflicts, mentoring, team building, managing staff requirements, motivating employees, and monitoring performance. Experience managing supply chain activities such as procurement, material inspections, supplier evaluations, and/or production assurance. Knowledge and Expertise Demonstrated experience in developing work scope, schedules, budgets, and coordinating work activities. Experience planning for and managing tactical execution of work; tracking and reporting progress. Experience performing work in a manufacturing environment and executing work in compliance with facility requirements, conduct of operations, conduct of engineering and conduct of maintenance standards. Project Management skills Demonstrated skills supporting simultaneous projects, executing organizational strategies, participating in strategic and operational planning and program implementation. Experience operating in facilities compliant with government agencies' ordinances and regulations regarding QA compliance programs. Communication and Teamwork Record of effective written and oral communication skills as evidenced by internal and/or external interactions, presentations, and publications. Proven experience working constructively and effectively with personnel from different organizations at all levels. Demonstrated ability to work independently in high-intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to express detailed ideas clearly in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust, as demonstrated through presentations and publications. Quality Assurance Extensive experience and ability to ensure quality assurance requirements are met within the weapons supply chain process. Demonstrated experience with the management of nonconforming product and corrective actions, supplier evaluations, supply chain assurance and product acceptance. Supply Chain Management Experience in the following areas of Supply Chain: Procurement Quality, Receipt Inspection and Acceptance and Supplier Monitoring and Evaluation. Demonstrated experience with and understanding of inspection and test methods that support the basis for product acceptance. Demonstrated experience with assessments/audits/evaluations of product and service suppliers. Desired Qualifications: Collaboration: Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and professional staff. Clearance: Active DOE Q Clearance. Management Experience: A minimum of 2 years related management experience. Quality Standards: Working knowledge of quality assurance standards. Standards may include or be similar to NAP 401.1 (formerly NAP-24), NQA-1, AS9100, ISO 17025 or DOE 414.1D. Quality Assurance: Current or previous lead auditor training and certification. Experience developing and implementing continuous improvement projects, developing metrics including tracking and trending issues, performing observations and/or assessments of team activities, Certification: A recognized, relative industry certification in quality such as ASQ's CQA, CQE, CMQ/OE, CSQP or Six Sigma certification. Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.


This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2 Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities. This DOE Order establishes entry-level requirements to ensure employees in the position can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.



Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Where You Will Work


Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:



PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network Dental and vision insurance Free basic life and disability insurance Paid childbirth and parental leave Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually) Learning opportunities and tuition assistance Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays) Onsite gyms and wellness programs Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius) Additional Details Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.



Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.



Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information. New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.



Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.



Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.



Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.



Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to or call option 1.