Deputy Division Leader, Space & Intelligence R&D

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or High Deductible medical保险

Dental and vision insurance

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks a Deputy Division Leader to guide the Intelligence & Space Research Division. You will provide strategic direction, oversee operations, and drive delivery of space and ground-based measurement systems and data interpretation for national security missions.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, collaboration, and mentoring, with a strong focus on safety, ethics, and a respectful workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 12 years related experience, or equivalent.
• Experience leading an R&D enterprise and managing resources.
• Proven ability to lead diverse, high-risk programs with constrained budgets.
• Strong communication, collaboration and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Steward enduring capabilities to enable mission execution.
• Foster a safe, learning‑driven work environment.
• Grow, motivate and develop a specialized workforce.
• Lead teams to deliver measurement systems and information products.
• Develop partnerships across the Laboratory, other labs, government, academia and industry.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Communication

Teaming

Safety & Security

Technical Knowledge

Workforce Development

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree + 12 years

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks a Deputy Division Leader to guide the Intelligence & Space Research Division. You will provide strategic direction, oversee operations, and drive delivery of space and ground-based measurement systems and data interpretation for national security missions.

The role emphasizes leadership, risk management, collaboration, and mentoring, with a strong focus on safety, ethics, and a respectful workplace.