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OVERVIEW

Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Program Manager IV to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Lab in Los Alamos, NM.  

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Serve as a Science-Engineer Program Manager 4 (SCPM 4) of the Plutonium Mission Consolidated Support (PMCS) office which is managed by ALDWP Production Enterprise Services. PMCS is responsible for the management of crosscutting support services that enable consistent, efficient, and standardized operations across all plutonium mission areas. The selected individual will provide vision, strategic and tactical planning support for a portfolio that will oversee approximately $400M of scope in FY26 executed by multiple LANL ALDs.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree and 12+ years of related management experience or equivalent combination of education/experience. An advanced engineering or science degree with experience related to nuclear materials production and process development is highly desired.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Expert-level knowledge of program and project management methodologies, including the development of project plans, work breakdown structures (WBS), and work packages; management of scope, schedule, budget, and performance baselines; and documentation of baseline reports and change control activities.
• Proven experience supporting cross-organizational coordination by working with internal Work Package Managers and line management teams to maintain clear communication and ensure portfolio alignment.
• Demonstrated expertise in risk management, including identifying portfolio risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies, recommending risk acceptance or avoidance, and monitoring/reporting on the progress of mitigation plans in coordination with executing organizations.
• Strong ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders, fostering trust and transparency to support program success.
• Experience facilitating monthly program status reviews, engaging Work Package Managers and line organization leadership to report on progress, surface issues, and drive accountability.
• Experience mentoring junior staff, providing guidance on program planning, performance tracking, and successful execution of program deliverables.
• Ability to apply strategic, cross-disciplinary insight to contribute to the development of a comprehensive, integrated annual plan (e.g., Five-Year National Strategic Plan – FYNSP), ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working understanding of LANL plutonium missions.
• Previous experience in supporting work in a production agency.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Advanced technical degree.
• Willingness to take initiative on new tasks or projects.
• Experience utilizing EVMS principles.
• Active DOE Q clearance.
• Experience working with classified information/rednet account.

LOCATION

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.