Subject Matter Expert 2

Subject Matter Expert 2 

Job Description 

Summary: Manages and directs the daily tasks required to perform ongoing support of design, construction, startup and/or operations/ maintenance activities of complex high technology systems or projects Renders expert opinions on engineering and technical issues, provides recommendations to project design and construction teams in specific areas of expertise. Provides independent reviews and assessments in areas of specialized expertise and provides guidance to project teams in delivering results on projects of complex, high- technology nature. Interfaces with management personnel and customer representatives. Develops and enforces work standards, assigns schedules, reviews work quality, and communicates goals, objectives, and policies of the organization to subordinates. Provides leadership for the project team, coordinates with the functional organizations, and supervises senior personnel within the project organization. 

Education/Experience: Master’s degree in Engineering, Science or Business Management. Twelve (12 years) of directly applicable experience in a specialized technical field and is acknowledged as an expert in the specific area in question 

LANL Job Posting Number: 1663JP00002233 

 Date: 5/12/2023 

 Job Title: Subject Matter Expert 2 

 Senior Level Oversight 

 3 Needs: 

 1. Control account manager – Technical/Engineering. Earned Value Management reporting, corrections 

 to time/charges. Technical/Work project manager. Reporting budgeting 

 2. Technical side/Senior Oversight: Looking for several years of experience in DOE projects and 

 processes. Design modifications and design aspects. Ensuring processes fully, find deficiencies and 

 corrective action plans. Quality assurance like function. Mentoring younger staff and managing during 

 construction. 

 1. How many positions are you currently hiring for this position? 3 

 2. What is the assignment duration? 1 year 

 3. Is there any possibility of extension/conversion? 3 years max most likely 

 4. Which organization/group? PIE-2 

 5. Working in a Secure or Not Secure area/working with confidential information. 

 No, will need to be able to obtain a Q-clearance. 

 6. Will they need unescorted access? No 

 7. Is this position for a new project, replacement or backfill. New project 

 8. Is position remote or on-site? Onsite with remote flexibility up to 50/50. 

 Preference of primarily onsite 

 9. Work schedule (9/80A or 5-8s or 4-10s) Flexibility with core hours M-F 8-4, 9/80 

 or 5/8 preferred. 

 10. On Call/ OT? On Call possible but there is onsite coverage OT possible during 

 construction (only on as needed basis) 

 11. Is this a full-time position from the start? Yes 

 12. Where will they physically be working? What tech area? SMSI Building in Los 

 Alamos (not onsite) 

 13. Is driving expected, a government vehicle or private to be expected? Minimal, 

 some onsite meetings. 

 14. Any travel required? 1 of the Technical resources will need to travel to 

 manufacturing site/satellite offices 

 15. Per diem/ relocation? TBD 

 16. Clearance Level needed? Ability to obtain Q-Clearance 

 17. Clearance Level Required to already have? No 

 18. Education/ Degree? Engineering Degree (Project management for 1/3 roles) 

 Masters would be nice to have 

 19. Software knowledge requirements? Basic computer skills, Primavera experience 

 would be nice to have for the CAM role) 

 20. Time frame you need this person to start? ASAP 

 21. Any required certifications? No (CAM Earned Value Management 

 22. Any “Deal Breakers” that will cause a candidate rejection? Technical roles (2) at 

 least 10 years of DOE experience 

 23. Appropriate Contact for Clearance Action Request? (If Applicable) Matthew 

 24. Anyone else we should loop into the onboarding emails?  

 25. Are there any physical requirements for this? (Lifting 50 lbs, walking up stairs, 

 standing for extended period of time, ect?) No 

 26. What are your top 3 skills that are desired? Technical – 1. Management of design 

 process/reviews 2. Process oriented/ familiar with Conduct of Engineering 3. 

 Management of Design teams 

 Non-Technical – 1. Subcontract management 2. Earned Value Management 3. 

 Leading a team