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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration within the Department of Energy.

LLNL's mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory's science and engineering are being applied to achieve breakthroughs for counterterrorism and nonproliferation, defense and intelligence, energy and environmental security.

The world-class programs and capabilities at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory span one square mile, what many consider to be "the smartest square mile on Earth."​

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

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You should possess strong electrical engineering skills, relevant experience, and the ability to work on complex projects. Advanced knowledge of electrical systems and problem-solving skills are essential.

You will design, test, and evaluate electrical systems, analyze data, collaborate with teams, and ensure compliance with regulations and safety standards in technical projects.

Livermore

Company Description 
 
 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 
 
 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 
 
 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 
 
 Pay Range 
 
 $142,050 - $182,388 Annual (TSS.3) 
 $170,430 - $218,868 Annual (TSS.4) 
 
 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 
 
 This job is hybrid/on-site which requires 2-3 days a week or more when required. 
 
 Job Description 
 
 We have an opening for an Electrical Engineer in our Project Management Office (PMO) who will prepare construction documents for new construction, remodeling, and modifications to conventional offices and laboratory facilities at LLNL. 
 
 The Project Management Office (PMO) provides LLNL with engineering, design, estimating, construction, and project management services. PMO provides infrastructure services to enable cutting-edge research and development in the areas of defense technologies, global security, laser science, bioscience, and more. PMO offers cradle to grave infrastructure services to achieve reliable delivery of completed projects with priority on safety, collaboration, and a workforce working toward our shared vision. 
 
 You Will 
 
 Perform independent technical tasks associated with the engineering, planning, design, and construction of projects associated with LLNL’s electrical infrastructure. 
 Design electrical systems predominantly for building construction projects including power distribution systems, lighting, grounding, and other signal systems. Apply NEC Code standards to design solutions associated with LLNL’s electrical infrastructure for new construction, remodeling, and expansion of conventional office and laboratory facilities, and equipment. 
 Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and calculations (e.g. load flow, branch, short circuit, arc flash, system reliability, relay coordination, motor starting, etc). 
 Review designs prepared by subcontracted engineers for code and standard compliance, and constructability. 
 Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems. 
 Represent the organization in providing engineering solutions to a diverse range of moderate to complex facility electrical technical issues and/or problems associated with specific projects. 
 Partner with electrical supply vendors to select, specify, and procure electrical components utilized in designs. 
 Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, responding to contractor questions, evaluating change order requests, resolving field problems, and performing inspections. 
 Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems, perform electrical engineering calculations for short-circuit analysis of facility power distribution systems, and arc flash safety analysis as needed using SKM and Agi32 for lighting. 
 Provide field engineering services for LLNL electricians, and field crews by helping to coordinate the selection, procurement, and delivery of construction materials, resolving field questions and conflicts, and performing field observation and inspections. 
 Lead multiple complex internal electrical projects with responsibility for the development and compliance with technical criteria, budgets, schedules, deliverables, and direct the work of electrical designers and drafters preparing models and drawings in AutoCAD and Revit for projects. 
 Perform other duties as assigned. 
 
 Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.4 level 
 
 Lead highly complex internal multi-disciplinary engineering projects as the Project Lead or Design Manager with overall responsibility for developing technical criteria, budgets, schedules, and deliverables. 
 Prepare procurement documents for the subcontracting of outside consultant Architectural/Engineering (A/E) services to supplement internal engineering capability; manage the outside A/E contracts, including preparing project scopes, technical criteria, engineering design estimates and schedules. 
 Prepare construction documents for designs, including construction drawings, construction specifications, and procurement specifications for the pre-purchase of LLNL furnished equipment and ensure construction documents that have been prepared by both internal staff and external A/E firms are in conformance with applicable Building Codes and LLNL Standards. 
 Qualifications 
 Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
 Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and at least ten years of electrical engineering design experience in an architectural/engineering consulting firm. 
 Comprehensive knowledge and experience in design work with the application of electrical power distribution system components such as transformers, switchgears, switchboards, distribution panelboards, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, uninterrupted power sources, backup generators, lighting, and grounding systems. 
 Experience designing 12 and 13.8 kV electrical utility systems, preparing electrical one-line diagrams, load studies, branch and short-circuit analysis, arc flash calculations, electrical building layouts, area classification drawings, and size relative electrical equipment. 
 Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate in a team environment and present technical information to project managers and stakeholders. 
 Uses independent judgment to develop solutions with assumptions, strong attention to detail. 
 Comprehensive Knowledge of California Electrical Code and Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24). 
 Experience using, applying, and interpreting the National Electrical Code (NEC), Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E), National Electrical Manufacture Association (NEMA), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), International Electrical Testing Association (NETA), Underwriter Laboratories (UL). 
 Software capabilities: Experience using AutoCAD and Revit to prepare design drawings, AGi32 for lighting studies and design, SKM Power Tools, and MS Office Suite. 
 
 Additional Qualifications at the TSS.4 Level 
 
 Experienced with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). 
 Advanced knowledge and experience in design work with the application of electrical power distribution system components such as transformers, switchgears, switchboards, distribution panelboards, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, uninterrupted power sources, backup generators, lighting, and grounding systems. 
 Advanced Knowledge of California Electrical Code and Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24). 
 
 Qualifications we desire 
 
 Professional registration as an Electrical Engineer in the State of California. 
 Experience using DOE Orders, Standards, and Code of Federal Regulations. 
 Additional Information 
 
 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 
 
 #PT 
 
 Position Information 
 
 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 
 
 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 
 
 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
 Flexible Benefits Package 
 401(k) 
 Relocation Assistance 
 Education Reimbursement Program 
 Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
 Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
 Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 
 
 Security Clearance 
 
 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 
 
 Pre-Employment Drug Test 
 
 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 
 
 Wireless and Medical Devices 
 
 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 
 
 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 
 
 How to identify fake job advertisements 
 
 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 
 
 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 
 
 Reasonable Accommodation 
 
 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 
 
 California Privacy Notice 
 
 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Company Description 

 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 

 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 

 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 

 Pay Range 

 $142,050 - $182,388 Annual (TSS.3) 
$170,430 - $218,868 Annual (TSS.4) 

 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 

 This job is hybrid/on-site which requires 2-3 days a week or more when required. 

 Job Description 

 We have an opening for an Electrical Engineer in our Project Management Office (PMO) who will prepare construction documents for new construction, remodeling, and modifications to conventional offices and laboratory facilities at LLNL. 

 The Project Management Office (PMO) provides LLNL with engineering, design, estimating, construction, and project management services. PMO provides infrastructure services to enable cutting-edge research and development in the areas of defense technologies, global security, laser science, bioscience, and more. PMO offers cradle to grave infrastructure services to achieve reliable delivery of completed projects with priority on safety, collaboration, and a workforce working toward our shared vision. 

 You Will 

 Perform independent technical tasks associated with the engineering, planning, design, and construction of projects associated with LLNL’s electrical infrastructure. 
Design electrical systems predominantly for building construction projects including power distribution systems, lighting, grounding, and other signal systems. Apply NEC Code standards to design solutions associated with LLNL’s electrical infrastructure for new construction, remodeling, and expansion of conventional office and laboratory facilities, and equipment. 
Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and calculations (e.g. load flow, branch, short circuit, arc flash, system reliability, relay coordination, motor starting, etc). 
Review designs prepared by subcontracted engineers for code and standard compliance, and constructability. 
Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems. 
Represent the organization in providing engineering solutions to a diverse range of moderate to complex facility electrical technical issues and/or problems associated with specific projects. 
Partner with electrical supply vendors to select, specify, and procure electrical components utilized in designs. 
Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing submittals and shop drawings, responding to contractor questions, evaluating change order requests, resolving field problems, and performing inspections. 
Determine functional electrical requirements for new or modified specialized equipment and support systems, perform electrical engineering calculations for short-circuit analysis of facility power distribution systems, and arc flash safety analysis as needed using SKM and Agi32 for lighting. 
Provide field engineering services for LLNL electricians, and field crews by helping to coordinate the selection, procurement, and delivery of construction materials, resolving field questions and conflicts, and performing field observation and inspections. 
Lead multiple complex internal electrical projects with responsibility for the development and compliance with technical criteria, budgets, schedules, deliverables, and direct the work of electrical designers and drafters preparing models and drawings in AutoCAD and Revit for projects. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Additional job responsibilities at the TSS.4 level 

 Lead highly complex internal multi-disciplinary engineering projects as the Project Lead or Design Manager with overall responsibility for developing technical criteria, budgets, schedules, and deliverables. 
Prepare procurement documents for the subcontracting of outside consultant Architectural/Engineering (A/E) services to supplement internal engineering capability; manage the outside A/E contracts, including preparing project scopes, technical criteria, engineering design estimates and schedules. 
Prepare construction documents for designs, including construction drawings, construction specifications, and procurement specifications for the pre-purchase of LLNL furnished equipment and ensure construction documents that have been prepared by both internal staff and external A/E firms are in conformance with applicable Building Codes and LLNL Standards. 
Qualifications 
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and at least ten years of electrical engineering design experience in an architectural/engineering consulting firm. 
Comprehensive knowledge and experience in design work with the application of electrical power distribution system components such as transformers, switchgears, switchboards, distribution panelboards, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, uninterrupted power sources, backup generators, lighting, and grounding systems. 
Experience designing 12 and 13.8 kV electrical utility systems, preparing electrical one-line diagrams, load studies, branch and short-circuit analysis, arc flash calculations, electrical building layouts, area classification drawings, and size relative electrical equipment. 
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate in a team environment and present technical information to project managers and stakeholders. 
Uses independent judgment to develop solutions with assumptions, strong attention to detail. 
Comprehensive Knowledge of California Electrical Code and Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24). 
Experience using, applying, and interpreting the National Electrical Code (NEC), Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E), National Electrical Manufacture Association (NEMA), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), International Electrical Testing Association (NETA), Underwriter Laboratories (UL). 
Software capabilities: Experience using AutoCAD and Revit to prepare design drawings, AGi32 for lighting studies and design, SKM Power Tools, and MS Office Suite. 

 Additional Qualifications at the TSS.4 Level 

 Experienced with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101). 
Advanced knowledge and experience in design work with the application of electrical power distribution system components such as transformers, switchgears, switchboards, distribution panelboards, motor control centers, automatic transfer switches, uninterrupted power sources, backup generators, lighting, and grounding systems. 
Advanced Knowledge of California Electrical Code and Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24). 

 Qualifications we desire 

 Professional registration as an Electrical Engineer in the State of California. 
Experience using DOE Orders, Standards, and Code of Federal Regulations. 
Additional Information 

 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

 #PT 

 Position Information 

 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 

 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 

 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
Flexible Benefits Package 
401(k) 
Relocation Assistance 
Education Reimbursement Program 
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 

 Security Clearance 

 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

 Pre-Employment Drug Test 

 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 

 Wireless and Medical Devices 

 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 

 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 

 How to identify fake job advertisements 

 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 

 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 

 Reasonable Accommodation 

 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

 California Privacy Notice 

 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Electrical Engineer - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Electrical Engineer

You should have expertise in power grid systems, strong analytical skills, project management experience, and a background in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with renewable energy is a plus.

You will design and optimize power grid systems, analyze data, collaborate with teams, manage projects, and develop innovative solutions to enhance energy efficiency and reliability.

Company Description 
 
 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 
 
 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 
 
 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 
 
 Pay Range 
 
 $159,330 - $245,544 
 
 $159,330 - $204,636 Annually for the SES.3 level 
 
 $191,220 - $245,544 Annually for the SES.4 level 
 
 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.. 
 
 Job Description 
 
 We have an opening for an experienced Power Grid Engineer. You will lead system research on electrical power grid infrastructure analysis with a focus on grid resilience and participate in business development for the Cyber and Infrastructure Resilience (CIR) program in the Global Security (GS) Principal Associate Directorate. You will participate in collaborations with and travel to DOE headquarters and institutions such as national labs, utilities, and vendors in support of CIR’s growing research portfolio in electric grid infrastructure for the Department of Energy (DOE)’s Grid Modernization Initiative and Department of Defense (DoD). This position is in the Computational Engineering Division (CED), within the Engineering Directorate. 
 
 This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 
 
 In this role you will 
 
 Lead and support complex research projects with competing priorities and implement advanced research concepts in a multidisciplinary team environment where dedication and deadlines are important to project success, using in-depth analysis skills and innovative methods and technology, and establishing objectives and allocating resources as needed. 
 Partner with other LLNL scientists and engineers to bring research results to practical use in LLNL Global Security programs. 
 Work closely with other CIR program area leads in developing the CIR program research roadmap. 
 Develop internal and external collaborations and provide input for securing funding sources to meet program goals and objectives. 
 Co-author refereed scientific papers and reports and deliver presentations for audiences internal and external to LLNL. 
 Perform other duties as assigned. 
 
 Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.4 level 
 
 Lead various highly complex projects, effectively leveraging the skills of team members while balancing multiple projects/tasks and priorities, and ensuring deadlines are met. 
 Provide strategic technical advice, serve as a primary technical point of contact, and participate in the development of new program business, working with management, partners, and external stakeholders. 
 Provide strategic technical advice to management and/or external stakeholders. 
 Serve as a mentor for other staff and assist in recruiting efforts. 
 Qualifications 
 Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship. 
 Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
 Experience with power grid modeling and simulation, planning, and operation. 
 Experience in using standard programming languages to support modeling, analysis and visualization, of power grids and its components and control systems. 
 Advanced record of technical achievements in power systems engineering. 
 Advanced verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment, present and explain technical information, document work, prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers, and provide advice to management. 
 Ability to travel off-site, including potentially internationally, for sponsor and customer interaction. 
 
 Additional qualifications at the SES.4 level 
 
 Highly advanced experience leading the application and development in one or more of the following areas: power grid modeling and simulation, planning, operation, automation and control, microgrid design, integration of Distributed Energy Resources, power flow, power markets, data analytics, devices and system integration, laboratory and field pilot testing related to electric distribution system modernization technology. 
 Subject matter expert knowledge and significant experience as a project manager or principal investigator of projects with differing priorities, loosely defined deliverables, and high visibility. 
 Expert communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to present, explain, and advise senior management and/or external sponsors. 
 
 Qualifications We Desire 
 
 PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. 
 Experience working with Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD) and other relevant state government agencies. 
 Experience working in electric power industry and national laboratories. 
 Experience with power systems automation and control, microgrid design, integration of Distributed Energy Resources, laboratory testing and field pilots. 
 Additional Information 
 
 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 
 
 #smartjobs 
 
 Position Information 
 
 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 
 
 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 
 
 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
 Flexible Benefits Package 
 401(k) 
 Relocation Assistance 
 Education Reimbursement Program 
 Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
 Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
 Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 
 
 Security Clearance 
 
 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 
 
 Pre-Employment Drug Test 
 
 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 
 
 Wireless and Medical Devices 
 
 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 
 
 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 
 
 How to identify fake job advertisements 
 
 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 
 
 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 
 
 Reasonable Accommodation 
 
 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 
 
 California Privacy Notice 
 
 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Company Description 

 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 

 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 

 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 

 Pay Range 

 $159,330 - $245,544 

 $159,330 - $204,636 Annually for the SES.3 level 

 $191,220 - $245,544 Annually for the SES.4 level 

 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.. 

 Job Description 

 We have an opening for an experienced Power Grid Engineer. You will lead system research on electrical power grid infrastructure analysis with a focus on grid resilience and participate in business development for the Cyber and Infrastructure Resilience (CIR) program in the Global Security (GS) Principal Associate Directorate. You will participate in collaborations with and travel to DOE headquarters and institutions such as national labs, utilities, and vendors in support of CIR’s growing research portfolio in electric grid infrastructure for the Department of Energy (DOE)’s Grid Modernization Initiative and Department of Defense (DoD). This position is in the Computational Engineering Division (CED), within the Engineering Directorate. 

 This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 

 In this role you will 

 Lead and support complex research projects with competing priorities and implement advanced research concepts in a multidisciplinary team environment where dedication and deadlines are important to project success, using in-depth analysis skills and innovative methods and technology, and establishing objectives and allocating resources as needed. 
Partner with other LLNL scientists and engineers to bring research results to practical use in LLNL Global Security programs. 
Work closely with other CIR program area leads in developing the CIR program research roadmap. 
Develop internal and external collaborations and provide input for securing funding sources to meet program goals and objectives. 
Co-author refereed scientific papers and reports and deliver presentations for audiences internal and external to LLNL. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.4 level 

 Lead various highly complex projects, effectively leveraging the skills of team members while balancing multiple projects/tasks and priorities, and ensuring deadlines are met. 
Provide strategic technical advice, serve as a primary technical point of contact, and participate in the development of new program business, working with management, partners, and external stakeholders. 
Provide strategic technical advice to management and/or external stakeholders. 
Serve as a mentor for other staff and assist in recruiting efforts. 
Qualifications 
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship. 
Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
Experience with power grid modeling and simulation, planning, and operation. 
Experience in using standard programming languages to support modeling, analysis and visualization, of power grids and its components and control systems. 
Advanced record of technical achievements in power systems engineering. 
Advanced verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment, present and explain technical information, document work, prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers, and provide advice to management. 
Ability to travel off-site, including potentially internationally, for sponsor and customer interaction. 

 Additional qualifications at the SES.4 level 

 Highly advanced experience leading the application and development in one or more of the following areas: power grid modeling and simulation, planning, operation, automation and control, microgrid design, integration of Distributed Energy Resources, power flow, power markets, data analytics, devices and system integration, laboratory and field pilot testing related to electric distribution system modernization technology. 
Subject matter expert knowledge and significant experience as a project manager or principal investigator of projects with differing priorities, loosely defined deliverables, and high visibility. 
Expert communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills necessary to present, explain, and advise senior management and/or external sponsors. 

 Qualifications We Desire 

 PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. 
Experience working with Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Defense (DoD) and other relevant state government agencies. 
Experience working in electric power industry and national laboratories. 
Experience with power systems automation and control, microgrid design, integration of Distributed Energy Resources, laboratory testing and field pilots. 
Additional Information 

 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

 #smartjobs 

 Position Information 

 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 

 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 

 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
Flexible Benefits Package 
401(k) 
Relocation Assistance 
Education Reimbursement Program 
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 

 Security Clearance 

 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

 Pre-Employment Drug Test 

 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 

 Wireless and Medical Devices 

 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 

 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 

 How to identify fake job advertisements 

 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 

 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 

 Reasonable Accommodation 

 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

 California Privacy Notice 

 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Lead Power Grid Engineer - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Lead Power Grid Engineer

You must have a PhD in engineering or related fields, experience in design optimization, and strong analytical skills with proficiency in relevant software tools.

You will conduct research on design optimization, analyze data, develop algorithms, collaborate with teams, and present findings to enhance engineering solutions.

Company Description 
 
 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 
 
 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 
 
 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 
 
 Pay Range 
 
 $108,600 - $126,720 Annually 
 
 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 
 
 Job Description 
 
 We have multiple openings for a Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct basic and applied research in the optimization, simulation, and design of physical and engineered systems. You will work collaboratively and independently to extend and develop physics-based design optimization tools. The team is working to both extend the state-of-the-art and support Laboratory missions. These positions are in the Computational Engineering Division (CED), within the Engineering Directorate. 
 
 You will 
 
 Develop and implement HPC algorithms for the simulation and design optimization of systems governed by nonlinear, transient, multiscale, and multiple physical phenomena that include uncertainties in geometry and material properties. 
 Contribute to solving challenging design optimization problems. 
 Develop and implement continuum simulations to solve the governing partial differential equations of the physical systems that govern the design response. 
 Identify and solve challenging design optimization problems highlighting capabilities and establishing credibility with mission customers. 
 Document research through presentations and peer-reviewed journal articles and contribute to identifying future research directions and proposals that will provide opportunities in the field. 
 Perform other duties as assigned. 
 Qualifications 
 Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship. 
 PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Computational Science, or a related field. 
 Experience developing simulation tools using continuum approaches (e.g., finite elements) for physical systems. 
 Experience programming in C/C++/FORTRAN and scripting languages including Python. 
 Knowledge of high-performance computing and one or more associated parallel programming interfaces, such as MPI, OpenMP, or CUDA. 
 Ability to perform independent research. 
 Proficient verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment, to present and explain technical information, to document work, and to prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers. 
 
 Qualifications We Desire 
 
 Knowledge of design sensitivity analysis via direct (forward) and adjoint (backward) methods. 
 Knowledge of shape/topology optimization or other design optimization techniques and algorithms. 
 Exposure to machine learning and other data science techniques. 
 Experience working in a collaborative software development environment. 
 Additional Information 
 
 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 
 
 #PT 
 
 Position Information 
 
 This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date. 
 
 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 
 
 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
 Flexible Benefits Package 
 401(k) 
 Relocation Assistance 
 Education Reimbursement Program 
 Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
 Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
 Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 
 
 Security Clearance 
 
 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 
 
 Pre-Employment Drug Test 
 
 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 
 
 Wireless and Medical Devices 
 
 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 
 
 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 
 
 How to identify fake job advertisements 
 
 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 
 
 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 
 
 Reasonable Accommodation 
 
 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 
 
 California Privacy Notice 
 
 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Company Description 

 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 

 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 

 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 

 Pay Range 

 $108,600 - $126,720 Annually 

 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 

 Job Description 

 We have multiple openings for a Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct basic and applied research in the optimization, simulation, and design of physical and engineered systems. You will work collaboratively and independently to extend and develop physics-based design optimization tools. The team is working to both extend the state-of-the-art and support Laboratory missions. These positions are in the Computational Engineering Division (CED), within the Engineering Directorate. 

 You will 

 Develop and implement HPC algorithms for the simulation and design optimization of systems governed by nonlinear, transient, multiscale, and multiple physical phenomena that include uncertainties in geometry and material properties. 
Contribute to solving challenging design optimization problems. 
Develop and implement continuum simulations to solve the governing partial differential equations of the physical systems that govern the design response. 
Identify and solve challenging design optimization problems highlighting capabilities and establishing credibility with mission customers. 
Document research through presentations and peer-reviewed journal articles and contribute to identifying future research directions and proposals that will provide opportunities in the field. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 
Qualifications 
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship. 
PhD in Engineering, Mathematics, Computational Science, or a related field. 
Experience developing simulation tools using continuum approaches (e.g., finite elements) for physical systems. 
Experience programming in C/C++/FORTRAN and scripting languages including Python. 
Knowledge of high-performance computing and one or more associated parallel programming interfaces, such as MPI, OpenMP, or CUDA. 
Ability to perform independent research. 
Proficient verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment, to present and explain technical information, to document work, and to prepare and present successful proposals and high-quality research papers. 

 Qualifications We Desire 

 Knowledge of design sensitivity analysis via direct (forward) and adjoint (backward) methods. 
Knowledge of shape/topology optimization or other design optimization techniques and algorithms. 
Exposure to machine learning and other data science techniques. 
Experience working in a collaborative software development environment. 
Additional Information 

 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

 #PT 

 Position Information 

 This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date. 

 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 

 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
Flexible Benefits Package 
401(k) 
Relocation Assistance 
Education Reimbursement Program 
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 

 Security Clearance 

 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

 Pre-Employment Drug Test 

 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 

 Wireless and Medical Devices 

 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 

 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 

 How to identify fake job advertisements 

 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 

 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 

 Reasonable Accommodation 

 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

 California Privacy Notice 

 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Design Optimization Engineer - Postdoctoral Researcher

You need an active security clearance and experience in flight testing, leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects effectively.

You will lead flight test operations, oversee test planning and execution, ensure safety compliance, manage team activities, and collaborate on data analysis while maintaining an active security clearance.

Company Description 
 
 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 
 
 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 
 
 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 
 
 Pay Range 
 
 $172,140 - $265,188 Annually 
 
 $172,140 - $221,064 Annually for the SEL.3 level 
 
 $206,490 - $265,188 Annually for the SEL.4 level 
 
 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 
 
 Job Description 
 
 We have an opening for a Flight Test Group Leader. The Flight Test Groups house the staff that supports the LLNL Independent Diagnostics Scoring System (LIDSS) program. LIDSS develops and applies unique technologies to support terminal area diagnostics for NNSA and DoD weapons sustainment, modernization, and development programs. This team is responsible for diagnostic design and development, technology integration into fieldable systems, and for deployment around the world to land and sea-based locations in support of several critical national defense programs. These deployable diagnostics suites require state-of-the-art optics, embedded electronic systems, control of semi-autonomous sea-worthy instrumented rafts and drones, robust remote communications, and advanced mechanical and electrical engineering designs. The successful candidate will lead high-functioning teams in innovative design, integration, and deployment of these engineered systems for flight test assessments. This position has both programmatic and line responsibilities in the Weapon Technologies and Engineering (WTE) Program and the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), respectively. 
 
 This position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. 
 
 This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 
 
 You will 
 
 Provide supervision to a Flight Test Group: Responsible for hiring and on-boarding, staff/career development, staff coordination, and performance management activities for group personnel and to participate in the DTED ranking and salary processes. Monitor performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables and lead corrective actions where necessary. 
 Assign work and remain cognizant of the technical goals, solution approaches, and progress of all projects within the group, while also contributing to programmatic deliverables as an individual team member. 
 Provide technical guidance and oversight on product development activities specifically related to Flight Test’s unmanned aircraft systems and rafts. This includes mechanical, electrical, or software design from the component level to the system level, product documentation, and training. 
 Propose solutions to optimize data collection in the field. Maintain logs of equipment issues, necessary troubleshooting steps, and compile lessons learned at the end of each mission to share with the broader LIDSS team. 
 Lead design solutions to meet the requirements of future flight test programs, specifically the product realization and maturation of unmanned aircraft systems and diagnostic rafts. 
 Coordinate with LIDSS leadership to develop long term initiatives and product development plans that provide solutions for stakeholders, and report on project progress both internally and externally as appropriate. 
 Review drawings, software, schematics, studies, and technology reports to ensure appropriate engineering rigor is upheld and that stakeholder needs are being met. 
 Perform other duties as assigned. 
 
 Additional job responsibilities, at the SEL.4 level 
 
 Influence strategic decisions made by senior management and external sponsors / customers. 
 Lead, develop, and implement advancements in cutting edge capabilities, technologies, and programs that may have impact beyond the Laboratory. 
 Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for LIDSS to provide highly advanced technical leadership, including developing innovative methods to provide solutions to highly complex problems. 
 Works with LIDSS senior leadership and sponsors to identify areas for continued technology development and assists in submitting proposals or presentations to secure the necessary funding for the proposed development. 
 Qualifications 
 This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire. 
 Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
 Advanced knowledge and significant experience in engineering design, fabrication, assembly techniques and materials, material properties, manufacturing methods, and theory. 
 Experience with proven ability to lead, mentor, manage, coordinate, and oversee technical teams in executing programmatic goals across organizational lines to meet system requirements with confined schedules and budgets. 
 Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills necessary to independently advise, counsel, recommend, and develop solutions on a wide variety of technical and programmatic issues. 
 Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information and provide advice to management. 
 Expertise in given technical discipline applying rigor to product development and demonstrated ability to coordinate with Subject Matter Experts in developing technologies for a variety of products and applications. 
 Ability to travel to meet programmatic requirements. Mission support can be at remote locations in excess of two weeks per mission multiple times throughout the year. 
 
 Additional qualifications at the SEL.4 level 
 
 Significant experience developing and monitoring performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables. 
 Expert level verbal and written communication skills to present, explain, advise, and influence senior management and stakeholders, and to positively represent the program and the laboratory externally. 
 Extensive experience making independent decisions regarding highly variable technical problems and ability to interact effectively with people at all levels. 
 
 Qualifications We Desire 
 
 Master’s degree in Engineering, related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
 Experience with highly advanced fabrication and assembly techniques directly applicable to material, components, systems, and equipment. 
 Experience designing, fabricating, and fielding unmanned aircraft systems. 
 Advanced experience developing conceptual designs of mechanical/electronic/optical systems, testing prototypes and associated diagnostics, and experience with CAD/computer design packages. 
 Additional Information 
 
 #LI-Hybrid 
 
 Position Information 
 
 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 
 
 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 
 
 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
 Flexible Benefits Package 
 401(k) 
 Relocation Assistance 
 Education Reimbursement Program 
 Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
 Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
 Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 
 
 Security Clearance 
 
 This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 
 
 Pre-Employment Drug Test 
 
 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 
 
 Wireless and Medical Devices 
 
 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 
 
 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 
 
 Pre-Placement Medical Exam 
 
 A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required. 
 
 How to identify fake job advertisements 
 
 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 
 
 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 
 
 Reasonable Accommodation 
 
 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 
 
 California Privacy Notice 
 
 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Company Description 

 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 

 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 

 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 

 Pay Range 

 $172,140 - $265,188 Annually 

 $172,140 - $221,064 Annually for the SEL.3 level 

 $206,490 - $265,188 Annually for the SEL.4 level 

 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 

 Job Description 

 We have an opening for a Flight Test Group Leader. The Flight Test Groups house the staff that supports the LLNL Independent Diagnostics Scoring System (LIDSS) program. LIDSS develops and applies unique technologies to support terminal area diagnostics for NNSA and DoD weapons sustainment, modernization, and development programs. This team is responsible for diagnostic design and development, technology integration into fieldable systems, and for deployment around the world to land and sea-based locations in support of several critical national defense programs. These deployable diagnostics suites require state-of-the-art optics, embedded electronic systems, control of semi-autonomous sea-worthy instrumented rafts and drones, robust remote communications, and advanced mechanical and electrical engineering designs. The successful candidate will lead high-functioning teams in innovative design, integration, and deployment of these engineered systems for flight test assessments. This position has both programmatic and line responsibilities in the Weapon Technologies and Engineering (WTE) Program and the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), respectively. 

 This position may offer a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You may have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. 

 This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 

 You will 

 Provide supervision to a Flight Test Group: Responsible for hiring and on-boarding, staff/career development, staff coordination, and performance management activities for group personnel and to participate in the DTED ranking and salary processes. Monitor performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables and lead corrective actions where necessary. 
Assign work and remain cognizant of the technical goals, solution approaches, and progress of all projects within the group, while also contributing to programmatic deliverables as an individual team member. 
Provide technical guidance and oversight on product development activities specifically related to Flight Test’s unmanned aircraft systems and rafts. This includes mechanical, electrical, or software design from the component level to the system level, product documentation, and training. 
Propose solutions to optimize data collection in the field. Maintain logs of equipment issues, necessary troubleshooting steps, and compile lessons learned at the end of each mission to share with the broader LIDSS team. 
Lead design solutions to meet the requirements of future flight test programs, specifically the product realization and maturation of unmanned aircraft systems and diagnostic rafts. 
Coordinate with LIDSS leadership to develop long term initiatives and product development plans that provide solutions for stakeholders, and report on project progress both internally and externally as appropriate. 
Review drawings, software, schematics, studies, and technology reports to ensure appropriate engineering rigor is upheld and that stakeholder needs are being met. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Additional job responsibilities, at the SEL.4 level 

 Influence strategic decisions made by senior management and external sponsors / customers. 
Lead, develop, and implement advancements in cutting edge capabilities, technologies, and programs that may have impact beyond the Laboratory. 
Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for LIDSS to provide highly advanced technical leadership, including developing innovative methods to provide solutions to highly complex problems. 
Works with LIDSS senior leadership and sponsors to identify areas for continued technology development and assists in submitting proposals or presentations to secure the necessary funding for the proposed development. 
Qualifications 
This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire. 
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
Advanced knowledge and significant experience in engineering design, fabrication, assembly techniques and materials, material properties, manufacturing methods, and theory. 
Experience with proven ability to lead, mentor, manage, coordinate, and oversee technical teams in executing programmatic goals across organizational lines to meet system requirements with confined schedules and budgets. 
Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills necessary to independently advise, counsel, recommend, and develop solutions on a wide variety of technical and programmatic issues. 
Advanced written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information and provide advice to management. 
Expertise in given technical discipline applying rigor to product development and demonstrated ability to coordinate with Subject Matter Experts in developing technologies for a variety of products and applications. 
Ability to travel to meet programmatic requirements. Mission support can be at remote locations in excess of two weeks per mission multiple times throughout the year. 

 Additional qualifications at the SEL.4 level 

 Significant experience developing and monitoring performance required to meet programmatic milestones and deliverables. 
Expert level verbal and written communication skills to present, explain, advise, and influence senior management and stakeholders, and to positively represent the program and the laboratory externally. 
Extensive experience making independent decisions regarding highly variable technical problems and ability to interact effectively with people at all levels. 

 Qualifications We Desire 

 Master’s degree in Engineering, related field, or equivalent combination of education and related experience. 
Experience with highly advanced fabrication and assembly techniques directly applicable to material, components, systems, and equipment. 
Experience designing, fabricating, and fielding unmanned aircraft systems. 
Advanced experience developing conceptual designs of mechanical/electronic/optical systems, testing prototypes and associated diagnostics, and experience with CAD/computer design packages. 
Additional Information 

 #LI-Hybrid 

 Position Information 

 This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates. 

 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 

 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
Flexible Benefits Package 
401(k) 
Relocation Assistance 
Education Reimbursement Program 
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 

 Security Clearance 

 This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. 

 Pre-Employment Drug Test 

 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 

 Wireless and Medical Devices 

 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 

 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 

 Pre-Placement Medical Exam 

 A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required. 

 How to identify fake job advertisements 

 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 

 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 

 Reasonable Accommodation 

 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

 California Privacy Notice 

 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Flight Test Group Leader - Active Security Clearance Required - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Flight Test Group Leader - Active Security Clearance Required

You must have strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in software tools. Experience in materials science or related fields is preferred. Strong communication abilities are essential.

You will manage administrative tasks, support research activities, coordinate resources, and ensure smooth operations within the Materials Science Division.

Company Description 
 
 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 
 
 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 
 
 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 
 
 Pay Range 
 
 $31.33- $38.03 Hourly for the 405.3 level 
 
 $35.98 - $43.67 Hourly for the 405.4 level 
 
 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 
 
 Job Description 
 
 We have an opening for an Administrative Specialist. Under limited supervision, you will perform a full range of moderately difficult administrative assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and conflicting priorities. This position is in the Materials Science Division. 
 
 This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. 
 
 This position will be filled at either the 405.3 or 405.4 level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 
 
 You will 
 
 Represent management and serve as a resource in daily routine administrative matters. 
 Gather information from various sources, compile data, and prepare complex reports and presentations. 
 Independently compose correspondence for signature. 
 Screen telephone calls, independently answer inquiries, make appropriate referrals, follow through on requests; review, prioritize, and disseminate incoming mail. 
 Identify and make recommendations for process improvements. 
 Independently schedule appointments and maintain calendars. 
 Coordinate external visits, including verification of security clearances, preparation of agenda, badging, and information dissemination. 
 Perform other duties as assigned. 
 
 Additional job responsibilities at the 405.4 Level 
 
 Prepare, review, and/or compose administrative material for management signature and independently track action items, ensuring timely flow of paperwork. 
 Establish and maintain multifaceted databases, spreadsheets, files, and tracking systems. 
 Coordinate, select, and compile data from multiple sources for both classified and unclassified correspondence, complex reports, and presentations. 
 Qualifications 
 Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
 Secretarial and administrative knowledge and experience including accurate keyboarding, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills; advanced knowledge of office procedures, techniques, and methods. 
 Effective organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and follow through. 
 Experience working under limited supervision, in an environment of rapidly changing priorities, deadlines, and frequent interruptions. 
 Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a diverse workforce and represent the organization with all levels of management, internal and external to the Laboratory, using tact, diplomacy, and discretion. 
 Problem-solving and decision-making skills necessary to identify and make recommendations for administrative problems. 
 Ability to coordinate multiple activities and independently determine and set priorities and goals. 
 Intermediate computer skills and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and database and calendaring software, and the ability to learn new software quickly. 
 
 Additional qualifications at the 405.4 Level 
 
 Specialized and advanced knowledge of office procedures, techniques and methods, including effective problem solving and decision-making skills to anticipate, identify, and independently recommend appropriate actions and solutions to complex administrative problems. 
 Advanced organizational skills to manage and complete complex projects, including the coordination of multiple activities and the ability to independently determine and set priorities and goals. 
 Ability to be flexible and discreet in handling sensitive and complex issues, and experience working effectively as a team member as well as independently under minimal supervision in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing deadlines, instructions and priorities. 
 
 Qualifications we desire 
 
 Experience with Visitor Tracking System (VTS) and Foreign Travel System (FTS). 
 Experience arranging domestic and/or foreign travel. 
 Additional Information 
 
 #LI-Hybrid 
 
 Position Information 
 
 This is a Career Indefinite or At Will appointment. Lab employees and external candidates may be considered for this position. 
 
 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 
 
 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
 Flexible Benefits Package 
 401(k) 
 Education Reimbursement Program 
 Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
 Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
 Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
 Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 
 
 Security Clearance 
 
 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 
 
 Pre-Employment Drug Test 
 
 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 
 
 Wireless and Medical Devices 
 
 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 
 
 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 
 
 How to identify fake job advertisements 
 
 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 
 
 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 
 
 Equal Employment Opportunity 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 
 
 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 
 
 Reasonable Accommodation 
 
 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 
 
 California Privacy Notice 
 
 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

Company Description 

 Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! 

 Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. 

 We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. 

 Pay Range 

 $31.33- $38.03 Hourly for the 405.3 level 

 $35.98 - $43.67 Hourly for the 405.4 level 

 Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity. 

 Job Description 

 We have an opening for an Administrative Specialist. Under limited supervision, you will perform a full range of moderately difficult administrative assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and conflicting priorities. This position is in the Materials Science Division. 

 This position offers a hybrid schedule, blending in-person and virtual presence. You will have the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week. 

 This position will be filled at either the 405.3 or 405.4 level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level. 

 You will 

 Represent management and serve as a resource in daily routine administrative matters. 
Gather information from various sources, compile data, and prepare complex reports and presentations. 
Independently compose correspondence for signature. 
Screen telephone calls, independently answer inquiries, make appropriate referrals, follow through on requests; review, prioritize, and disseminate incoming mail. 
Identify and make recommendations for process improvements. 
Independently schedule appointments and maintain calendars. 
Coordinate external visits, including verification of security clearances, preparation of agenda, badging, and information dissemination. 
Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Additional job responsibilities at the 405.4 Level 

 Prepare, review, and/or compose administrative material for management signature and independently track action items, ensuring timely flow of paperwork. 
Establish and maintain multifaceted databases, spreadsheets, files, and tracking systems. 
Coordinate, select, and compile data from multiple sources for both classified and unclassified correspondence, complex reports, and presentations. 
Qualifications 
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. 
Secretarial and administrative knowledge and experience including accurate keyboarding, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills; advanced knowledge of office procedures, techniques, and methods. 
Effective organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and follow through. 
Experience working under limited supervision, in an environment of rapidly changing priorities, deadlines, and frequent interruptions. 
Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a diverse workforce and represent the organization with all levels of management, internal and external to the Laboratory, using tact, diplomacy, and discretion. 
Problem-solving and decision-making skills necessary to identify and make recommendations for administrative problems. 
Ability to coordinate multiple activities and independently determine and set priorities and goals. 
Intermediate computer skills and experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and database and calendaring software, and the ability to learn new software quickly. 

 Additional qualifications at the 405.4 Level 

 Specialized and advanced knowledge of office procedures, techniques and methods, including effective problem solving and decision-making skills to anticipate, identify, and independently recommend appropriate actions and solutions to complex administrative problems. 
Advanced organizational skills to manage and complete complex projects, including the coordination of multiple activities and the ability to independently determine and set priorities and goals. 
Ability to be flexible and discreet in handling sensitive and complex issues, and experience working effectively as a team member as well as independently under minimal supervision in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing deadlines, instructions and priorities. 

 Qualifications we desire 

 Experience with Visitor Tracking System (VTS) and Foreign Travel System (FTS). 
Experience arranging domestic and/or foreign travel. 
Additional Information 

 #LI-Hybrid 

 Position Information 

 This is a Career Indefinite or At Will appointment. Lab employees and external candidates may be considered for this position. 

 Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? 

 Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! 
Flexible Benefits Package 
401(k) 
Education Reimbursement Program 
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) 
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity 
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values 
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement 

 Security Clearance 

 This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

 Pre-Employment Drug Test 

 External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. 

 Wireless and Medical Devices 

 Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. 

 If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings. 

 How to identify fake job advertisements 

 Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. 

 To learn more about recruitment scams: https://www.llnl.gov/sites/www/files/2023-05/LLNL-Job-Fraud-Statement-Updated-4.26.23.pdf 

 Equal Employment Opportunity 

 We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

 We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. 

 Reasonable Accommodation 

 Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. 

 California Privacy Notice 

 The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

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