Senior Space Optomechanical Systems Group Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 227,000 - 346,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) seeks a Space Optomechanical Systems Group Leader with an active clearance. The role requires leading a multi-disciplinary team focused on space system design, analysis, assembly, integration and test within the SSSP program of Global Security’s NSED.

On-site presence is required; DOE Q or Top Secret clearance is necessary at hire. The position includes strategic planning, recruiting, mentoring, and coordinating with engineering management to advance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, physical science, or related field.
• DOE Q or Top Secret clearance required for hire.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams for space systems.
• Subject matter expertise in space-based systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and operational leadership to a multi-disciplinary team.
• Lead recruitment, training, and performance management for staff.
• Develop workforce plan and staffing projections for the SSSP.
• Collaborate with NSED and Engineering to align program goals.
• Ensure safety and security compliance and training.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Staffing & hiring

Career development

Mentoring

Technical guidance

Communication

Strategic planning

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physical science

Master’s or PhD (desirable)

Job description

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) seeks a Space Optomechanical Systems Group Leader with an active clearance. The role requires leading a multi-disciplinary team focused on space system design, analysis, assembly, integration and test within the SSSP program of Global Security’s NSED.

On-site presence is required; DOE Q or Top Secret clearance is necessary at hire. The position includes strategic planning, recruiting, mentoring, and coordinating with engineering management to advance