Environmental & Mechanical Test Leader

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; Livermore (CA); Hybrid; USD 227,000 - 346,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Relocation Assistance

Education Reimbursement Program

401(k)

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking an Environmental & Mechanical Test Group Leader to manage personnel and lead environmental test programs within the DTED division. The role offers the potential for a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual work.

You will oversee vibration, thermal, and shock testing, develop environmental specifications, and ensure data integrity and timely reporting. Strong leadership and collaboration with internal and external partners are essential.

Qualifications

• Active DOE Q-level or Top Secret clearance at time of hire.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience in environmental testing (vibration, thermal, and shock) and diagnostics.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead personnel to execute scope including technical, safety, and security aspects.
• Oversee environmental tests: vibration, shock, thermal, and other tests as necessary.
• Guide data processing to characterize system behavior and develop environmental specifications.
• Maintain high standards of test design and reporting with traceability to standards.
• Foster reliability and lead milestones and corrective actions.
• Maintain data archival capabilities and implement innovative test methodologies.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and brief senior leadership.
• Support hiring and workforce development efforts.
• Conduct performance management and align with DTED ranking processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Influence strategic technical decisions and mentor staff.
• Represent LLNL to sponsors and external committees.

Skills

DOE clearance

Engineering leadership

Project management

Environmental testing

Data analysis

Communication

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is seeking an Environmental & Mechanical Test Group Leader to manage personnel and lead environmental test programs within the DTED division. The role offers the potential for a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual work.

You will oversee vibration, thermal, and shock testing, develop environmental specifications, and ensure data integrity and timely reporting. Strong leadership and collaboration with internal and external partners are essential.