Program Manager 1

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (PPO or HDHP)

Dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

Retirement plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and PTO

Relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM is seeking a Program Manager 1 to support the Gas Transfer Systems (Q-7) group. You will coordinate non-science programs, manage scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables across teams to ensure timely completion.

The role bridges internal customers and laboratory organizations, balancing mission priorities with stakeholder expectations while promoting safety, quality, and collaboration in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years directly related experience
• Experience coordinating non-science or non-engineering programs
• Ability to manage scope, schedules, budgets and milestones

Responsibilities

• Coordinate one or more programs with cross-organizational stakeholders
• Define and execute project deliverables, budgets, and schedules
• Monitor program performance against cost, schedule, and milestones
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Prepare reports and communicate status to management

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Schedule coordination

Risk management

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

What You Will Do

The Gas Transfer Systems (Q-7) group is seeking a Program Manager 1 to join our collaborative and dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, self-motivated, and proficient in multi-tasking, with a strong ability to learn and work across disciplines. This role will directly support R&D activities at the Weapons Engineering Tritium Facility (WETF).

As the design authority for Q-7, our team plays a crucial role in the laboratory's stockpile stewardship mission. We provide engineering and technical expertise to develop and deploy innovative gas transfer systems technology critical to the nation's nuclear deterrent. The Q-7 team consists of engineers, technologists, and technicians engaged in high-performance, interdisciplinary teams that span from conceptual development to system deployment and mission execution.

In this Program Manager role, you will support R&D activities at WETF. A successful candidate must demonstrate initiative, take direction from the GTS chief engineer as well as group management, and collaborate effectively with Weapons Facility Operations.

This posting is under the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Engineering (ALDW).

This position is expected to assist in coordinating small to moderately complex projects, including task management, schedule tracking, and collaboration with team members to ensure project goals are met. Appointees at this level will manage non-science or non-engineering scope and ensure the timely completion of projects; establish requirements for the project; defines and/or executes project deliverables, budgets, and schedules; oversees the project team in the planning, tracking, and execution of the project from initiation to completion.

As a Program Manager, you'll serve as the bridge between internal customers and Laboratory organizations, ensuring that program objectives are successfully planned, executed, and delivered while balancing mission priorities, schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements

• Manage one or more non-science or non-engineering programs supporting Laboratory missions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal customers, building trusted relationships and translating mission needs into actionable work.
• Coordinate with multiple organizations to define program scope, schedules, budgets, priorities, and deliverables.
• Develop execution plans and monitor program performance against cost, schedule, and milestones.
• Identify program risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep work on track.
• Collaborate with project leads, line organizations, and Laboratory leadership to ensure successful program execution.
• Support strategic planning by identifying emerging opportunities and helping position the Laboratory for future mission needs.
• Prepare reports, communicate program status, and manage customer expectations.
• Promote a culture of safety, security, quality, and operational excellence in all aspects of program execution.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful work environment where collaboration and innovation thrive.

Education/Experience

Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 2 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage projects, including defining work scope, schedules, budgets, and performance milestones, while adhering to aggressive project timelines.
• Skilled in developing cost, scope, and schedule baselines; reporting on cost and schedule variances; and managing change control and risk.
• Proficient in using project management tools and software to maintain and monitor schedules, track progress, and report status to management.

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.

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 2 years.

Note to Applicants

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. 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 for additional information.

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 for applicant eligibility requirements.

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 [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947.