We have an opening for Associate Division Leader (ADL) for Cruise Missile Modernization (CMM). In this role you will provide technical engineering expertise and leadership to group leaders and staff within the section by administratively leading multidisciplinary teams responsible for meeting Strategic Deterrence (SD) programmatic deliverables.You will be responsible for administratively managing a broad organizational area with one or more technical disciplines that impact Laboratory resources, while supporting execution of section goals, workforce development, and operational performance.This position is in the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED), within the Engineering Directorate.
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.
You will
- Provide technical leadership and management oversight of staff within the CMM section; directing, mentoring, and guiding group leaders and staff in the areas of performance management, reviews, and alignment, salary management, career development, and support for continued learning opportunities.
- Identify, formulate, execute, and manage performance standards for the CMM organization while maintaining consistency with DTED and Directorate expectations and effectively executing programmatic milestones.
- Lead, promote, and ensure the proper application of Laboratory and DTED policies and procedures, including safety, security, and compliance.
- Participate and contribute to the development, implementation, and execution of strategic plans and long-term programmatic goals for the CMM section, working in collaboration with senior DTED and programmatic management to ensure consistency with Directorate and Laboratory strategy.
- Collaborate with DTED senior management and SD programmatic stakeholders to strategically evaluate and manage current and future workforce needs, support recruitment, and help maintain a motivated, well-trained, and sustainable workforce.
- Interact, communicate, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding matters of significance to the organization, applying expert problem solving, analytical, technical, organizational, and management skills to independently advise, recommend, approve appropriate actions, and implement solutions needed to achieve section and division objectives.
- Perform other duties as assigned.