What You Will Do
The MSS-TA55 Group delivers critical maintenance services to FOD 1 and is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of facility maintenance at the TA-55 Plutonium Processing Facility, a key asset in support of LANL's national security mission.
As the Deputy Maintenance Manager (Maintenance Manager 4) within the MSS-TA55 Group, you will work in close partnership with the MSS-TA55 Group Leader (GL), first-line managers, and division leadership to provide leadership, strategic direction and hands-on technical management. Reporting directly to the Group Leader, you will help ensure sound program execution, responsible fiscal management, adherence to safety and security protocols, staff development, and maintenance & operational excellence.
As the Deputy Maintenance Manager, you will assist in the overall management of group operations and lead various process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Assist in the development and implementation of the Work Week Management Program for MSS-TA55.
Collaborate with TA-55 partner organizations to ensure maintenance activities are efficiently & effectively aligned with the Pit Production Mission.
Oversee maintenance prioritization processes to ensure timely planning, scheduling, and execution in support of TA-55's mission.
Review and manage scope changes to active work packages, ensuring major revisions are identified and executed appropriately.
Coordinate integration across maintenance coordination, planning, work control, work week scheduling, and execution functions.
Contribute to the development of a robust TA-55 qualification and training program for maintenance personnel.
Support implementation of P950, Conduct of Maintenance, and ensure adherence to program requirements.
Drive team efficiency and productivity by promoting collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Support the Group Leader in setting strategic goals, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), department & group performance metrics, priorities (maintenance & operational), and performance expectations.
Contribute to the professional development and mentorship of MSS-TA55 staff.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Facility Management: Familiarity with Conduct of Engineering practices and procedures within a manufacturing and/or nuclear facility. Experience working within manufacturing and/or nuclear facility work control processes.
Maintenance Operations: Strong working knowledge of maintenance & administrative management and work controls practices and procedures. In-depth knowledge of specific requirements for Integrated Safety Management, Formality of Operations, and Conduct of Maintenance & Engineering. Demonstrated experience implementing and managing a T-week scheduling process and working across disciplines to support coordinated maintenance execution.
Technology: Proficiency with technical documentation and standard office tools, including MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Asset Suite, and related systems.
Leadership: Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers and stakeholders, and skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution. Experience in a supervisory or management role with a proven ability to lead teams, resolve complex issues, and develop staff through mentorship and performance management.
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
DOE Order 426.2 Minimum Requirements: Position requires a bachelor of science degree in engineering or related science, and 4 years nuclear experience. Education or experience that is job related may be substituted on a case-by-case basis. The degree may fulfill 3 of the 4 years of nuclear experience on a one-for-one time basis.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Sitting, standing, walking, and climbing stairs and ladders.
Desired Qualifications:
Active DOE Q Clearance.
Current Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification.
Maintenance management experience within a production facility environment.
Previous experience working in LANL facility operations, engineering, or maintenance.
Familiarity with formal qualification programs such as Configuration System Engineer (CSE).
Certified Facility Manager (CFM) or Certified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP) desired.
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.
Work Schedule: Work schedule may require off-shift duty to support the TA-55 24/7 operations schedule.
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.
Note to Applicants:
Applicants shall submit a cover letter addressing how they meet the minimum job requirements of the position along with their resume .
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . 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 (https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) for additional information.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
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 P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) 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. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, 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, state, and local 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
