Software Systems Operations Lead

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Software Systems Operations Lead to work in our Autonomous Engineering department. Our team works a 9x80 or 4x10 schedule located out of our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off.

The Autonomous Engineering Department leads research into the application of AI & data-driven design techniques towards accelerating the design and construction timelines of advanced energy projects. The department focuses on changing the way project personnel author and manage engineering data, building digital engineering ecosystems to connect this data, and leveraging emerging software technologies to increase intelligent automation across the project lifecycle. This group consists of engineers and scientists with backgrounds in both traditional engineering disciplines (mechanical, civil, etc.) and software development, collectively committed to securing our energy future by eliminating repetitive and time consuming tasks currently bottlenecking engineering and construction workflows.

Responsibilities Include :

• Lead / manage IT projects from conception through implementation and closeout by using project management skills, knowledge, and standard methodologies. Create, track, and supervise project schedules, budgets, and create vital project documentation such as Work Breakdown Structures, Project Plans, Risk Registers, etc. Develop and manage annual work planning for assigned programs and projects. Elicit, gather, supervise, and document business and technical requirements. Optimize and streamline processes, methods, and best practices while ensuring quality project delivery.
• Ensure that the scope of work to be performed is clear, concise, and executable by working with the customer and the primary owner to establish firm project / task requirements. Resolve conflicts with customer requirements, technical activities and project team member performance. Develop effective strategies in support of specific projects as well as the overall strategic objectives of assigned directorate and / or department.
• Lead and participate within diverse, multidisciplinary teams on IT system projects in support of mission strategy and INL business development. Fill multiple project roles as needed (e.g., Business Analyst, Customer Relationship Manager, Project Controls, Scheduler) Lead projects in multiple methodologies (agile, waterfall, etc.) Understand what the end goal of the project is by using multiple business analysis methods.
• Serve as the primary contact with customers and business partners throughout the lifecycle of the project from conceptual initiation through closeout. Collaborate with a wide variety of audiences including senior & executive level management, frontline employees, and specialists.
• Communicate project status, risks, mitigation plans, and other vital information to key project personnel, stakeholders, and sponsors.
• May assist with the day-to-day direction, mentoring, oversight, and peer reviews for junior staff members. Effectively manage assigned staff, projects, including project staff, to ensure that timely and cost-effective technical services are performed in accordance with high standards, sound engineering practices, good science, and all applicable orders and directives. May be responsible for personal development of computer system engineers to ensure correct roles and responsibilities for their various assignments.
• Responsible for preparation of corrective action plans, project budget estimates, project schedules and task baseline agreements for a wide variety of projects that vary in complexity and resource funding ranging from several thousand dollars to several million dollars.
• Directly partner with customer management teams and leadership in setting strategic short and long-term direction for supported programs.
• Software development work planning (sprints, epics, etc.)
• You will report to the Department Manager.

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Benefits and Relocation

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS).

Salary : $77,628 - $159,228