CareerPlan

Target Experimental Systems Engineering and Operations Manager

Livermore, CA, usFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-10
On-siteCitizens onlySecurity clearance required

Core

Lead the Target Experimental Systems (TEXS) Engineering Section to ensure safe, reliable operations and high performance of complex laser systems and experimental equipment at the National Ignition Facility (NIF).

Role type

Senior Engineering and Operations Manager (Systems Engineering & Operations)

Builds

Safe, reliable operations and future capability enhancements for the world's largest laser system supporting national security science.

Domain

High-energy-density physics, Inertial Confinement Fusion, Radiological Operations

Required skills

Leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams, Strategic planning and resource allocation, Radiological work planning and safety culture management, Lifecycle sustainment and risk reduction, Complex system troubleshooting and maintenance, Stakeholder management and negotiation

Preferred skills

High Energy Density diagnostics experience, Inertial Confinement Fusion experiment experience, Master's degree in relevant technical field

Technologies

Laser systems, Diagnostics, Final optics, Detectors, Controls

Responsibilities

Establish section priorities and resource allocation aligned with NIF mission requirements, Provide technical leadership for ~90 engineers and technicians, Manage personnel performance and workforce planning, Lead conduct of operations and safety culture including ALARA practices, Direct maintenance and reliability strategies for complex systems, Collaborate with experimenters and other NIF sections to align system requirements with mission objectives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership