Utility and Systems Manager
Core
Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and upgrades of utility and facility systems for the National Ignition Facility (NIF), a 24/7 high-energy laser facility, while providing reliability leadership through asset performance monitoring and condition-based maintenance.
Role type
Senior IC Utility and Systems Manager (Facility Operations)
Builds
Reliable utility and facility infrastructure supporting laser shot operations and 24/7 facility uptime
Domain
Nuclear physics research / High-energy laser facilities / Industrial plant operations
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Asset reliability management, complex utility system troubleshooting, team leadership and mentoring, data analysis and interpretation, process improvement initiatives, industrial safety management (Beryllium/radiological areas), project management within constraints
Preferred skills
CMMS experience, industrial control systems knowledge (HVAC, vacuum, water, pressurized gas), budget and milestone management
Technologies
CMMS, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Test and Calibration Equipment
Responsibilities
Develop and implement reliability metrics and asset performance monitoring plans, coordinate with operations teams for system repairs and upgrades, lead technical staff training and mentorship, conduct complex data analysis to drive operational improvements, manage multi-disciplinary projects in radiologically contaminated areas, provide 24/7 operational support including weekend and night shifts
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
