ASD Engineering Deputy Group Leader; R&D Manager
Los Alamos, Los Alamos County, New Mexico, 87545, USA
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Operations Manager
Responsibilities
ASD Scorpius is hiring a highly motivated Deputy Group Leader (DGL) to serve as an Engineering Coordinator (R&D Manager
3) for the ASD Technical Integration and Project Execution Group. The DGL will provide technical and administrative coordination for a team of engineers and support staff to design and procure accelerator, downstream transport, and other ASD components.
The DGL will assist the project in meeting quality, schedule, and cost objectives by interfacing with the Engineering Team to deliver accurate designs and procurement documents on agreed deadlines, overseeing the Subcontractor Technical Representative (STR) team to shepherd packages through the procurement process and adhere to contract terms and conditions post‑award, and leading the inventory team responsible for receipt, storage, and tracking of ASD components and parts.
Other responsibilities include assisting the group leader to ensure resources are available to support project needs, interfacing with Quality Assurance to oversee vendor fabrication and provide timely resolution of submittals and non‑conformance reports (NCRs), and providing regular reports on the status of designs, procedures, hardware deliveries, and other metrics. The DGL will support the group leader in achieving operational excellence in contract procurement milestones, safety and security, and fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment.
QualificationsLeadership: Demonstrated record of team or group leadership, including supervisory skills in a project environment and experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build consensus, mentor staff, and lead process improvements.
Technical Competence: Strong technical background in electrical or mechanical engineering applied to highly complex accelerator or related systems. Expertise in designing components using Creo (or similar) in accordance with G&DT standards and supporting the Lead Design Engineer to meet project technical, schedule, and constructability requirements.
Procurement Engineering: Knowledge of commercial and governmental procurement practices and policies, experience overseeing technical procurements from award to delivery, and working with Subcontract Technical Representatives (STRs), Procurement Specialists, and Quality Control. Ability to advise engineering, Quality, CAMs, and other stakeholders on ensuring subcontracts meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives.
Education/
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
- Advanced knowledge of particle accelerator design and construction.
- Experience executing work and projects using formal engineering principles (e.g., Conduct of Engineering).
- Experience executing work and projects using the formality of operations principles (e.g., Conduct of Operations, including Safe Conduct of Research).
- Experience in conflict resolution and performance issue management.
- Knowledge of general subcontracting procedures.
- Training or experience in project management, including schedule management using Primavera, risk management, and scope management.
- Experience in planning or executing large, highly complex technical projects.
- Training or experience in systems engineering.
- Active Q Clearance.
Work Location: Onsite at LANL, TA‑53. Working from home one or more days a week may be considered, subject to management discretion.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service of 1 year to remain eligible for posted jobs. This position requires 1 year of continuous service.
Clearance: Q clearance required. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and undergo a background investigation. Eligibility requirements: at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship required except in very limited circumstances.
Benefits- PPO or high deductible medical insurance with a national network.
- Dental and vision insurance.
- Basic life and disability insurance.
- Paid childbirth and parental leave.
- Award‑winning 401(k) with 6% matching plus 3.5%…
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