Nuclear Science, Engineering, and Technology Director

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The Opportunity: Support customers across the life cycle of nuclear science and engineering Research and Development (R&D) programs as a senior technical Science, Engineering, and Technology Adviser (SETA). Apply technical subject matter expertise or market knowledge to guide the development and growth of publicly financed R&D programs. Characterize the state of a technical field, including identifying state-of-the-art technologies and promising new technological approaches.

Perform technical analyses to recommend technology performance for nuclear-related technologies. Review highly technical proposals and support negotiations of selected projects, including advising on project plans, technical milestones for long lead time, and complex R&D projects. Perform direct, periodic oversight of portfolio projects  technical aspects, from start to close out, aiding the client in managing projects towards clear and compelling outcomes.

• 10+ years of experience in a leadership role
• Experience in nuclear weapon system acquisition and sustainment programs within DoD and DOE
• Experience with nuclear air-delivered, ground systems, and command and control systems
• Experience with government agencies across the DoD and DoE nuclear enterprise
• Ability to demonstrate authorship of technical papers, reports, or program plans for technical and non-technical audiences on research related to nuclear engineering, nuclear weapon systems, or counter-chemical and biological efforts
• Ability to provide technical support, advice, and assistance conducting, directing, or assisting with R&D in the engineering, design, development, and implementation of nuclear programs or projects
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in Physics or Engineering
• Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP) Certification

• Ability to establish and manage collaborative R&D activities with industry for innovative nuclear system technologies based on priorities that reflect technical, licensing, and business assessments
• Ability to demonstrate creativity and resourcefulness when dealing with uncertainty and ask insightful questions that challenge traditional thinking
• Ability to develop and communicate meaningful insights, significant contributions, and recommendations to address complex client issues
• Ability to learn, grow, and develop new skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time
• Possession of excellent data gathering, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required.

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