Advisor Program Development

Y-12 National Security Complex; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Medical plan

Onsite fitness facilities

Job summary

Y-12 National Security Complex in Oak Ridge, TN, seeks an Advisor Program Development to lead the creation and execution of new programs and strategic partnerships within Global Security. The role emphasizes translating technical capabilities into compelling solutions and fostering external relationships.

Ideal candidates will exhibit strategic vision, senior-level program management, and strong communication skills to coordinate with government, industry partners, and senior leadership across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree: minimum 12 years relevant experience.
• Master's degree: minimum 10 years relevant experience.
• PhD: minimum 7 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, cultivation, and execution of new programs and business pursuits for Global Security and Strategic Partnerships.
• Translate capabilities into strategic solutions and build relationships with partners.
• Coordinate with diverse stakeholders to advance initiatives and ensure program outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

PhD

Job description

Location: Oak Ridge, TN

Job Title: Advisor Program Development

Career Level: Advisor

Job Specialty: Program-General-Technical

What You'll Do

Serve as a Program Development Advisor on the Strategic Partnership Pursuits and Projects team, reporting to the Senior Manager, and lead the development, cultivation, and execution of new programs, initiatives, and business pursuits for Global Security and Strategic Partnerships (GSSP) in direct alignment with the GSSP Strategic Plan. As a trusted representative and outward-facing ambassador for Y-12, this role is responsible for identifying emerging opportunities, translating Y-12’s technical capabilities into compelling strategic solutions, building and sustaining relationships with partners, and advancing initiatives that support nuclear threat reduction across the Department of War and Nuclear Energy sectors. Success in this position requires strategic vision, business development expertise, sound judgment, initiative, and strong program and project management skills, as well as the ability to analyze complex issues, develop actionable plans, communicate with clarity and influence, negotiate effectively, manage competing priorities, and foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders—from machinists and technical specialists to company executives, government leaders, industry partners, and representatives of government agencies.

What You Can Expect

• Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
• Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
• Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
• Career advancement and professional development programs
• Work-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiatives

Minimum Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree: Minimum 12 years of relevant experience.
• OR Master's degree: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• OR PhD: Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in a STEM discipline and a minimum of 4 years' experience in leadership, program, and project management in government and/or industry.
• Experience developing interdisciplinary teams internal and external to Y-12 for a collaborative outcome.
• Experience with military and DoD customers, in particular the US Navy, in development and manufacturing or direct military experience in acquisitions with knowledge of key decision makers and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to perform self-directed, tactical execution of goals.
• Demonstrated ability to develop Statements of Work, cost estimates, abbreviated project and business plans, white papers, and briefing sheets.
• Demonstrated proficiency in public speaking in educating customers, potential customers, site managers, other senior leaders, and government counterparts.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are required with the ability to interact, present and communicate (both written and oral) with CNS Senior Management, NNSA leadership, and other government and industry leaders on a regular basis.

Why Y-12?

You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.

Notes

The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.

Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.