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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability.
Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.
Job Description
We have an opening for a
Explosives Training Specialist to support Department of Energy (DOE) regulatory requirements and operational needs. The program ensures personnel are trained and certified to work safely with and around explosives. You will conduct training needs analyses and design, develop, implement, evaluate and maintain courses in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts for high-risk environments. Occasional travel may be required. This position is in the Explosives Training Program within the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.
This position may offer a hybrid schedule, which includes the flexibility to work from home one or more days per week, after a probationary period. The specifics of the hybrid schedule, including the exact number of days required in the office and virtual work options, may vary based on the needs of the team and the organization.
This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.
In this role you will
- Apply a systematic approach to training, including job task analysis, develop design criteria using established training templates, develop training curriculum, and implement using standard templates.
- Develop, review, and evaluate course objectives and content with stakeholders to ensure regulatory and policy compliance.
- Conduct training needs assessments and present findings and recommendations to management using established processes.
- Consult with and collaborate with subject matter experts to identify development needs and propose targeted training solutions.
- Analyze training data and test results to assess program and instructor effectiveness and prepare reports with clear recommendations.
- Interpret regulations with subject matter experts to define organizational training requirements and ensure compliance with Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Transportation (DoT), and other applicable regulations, codes, and standards.
- Partner with stakeholders and management to align training programs with organizational strategies and operational needs.
- Administer day-to-day operations of training and development programs, including scheduling, documentation, and tracking.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Responsibilities, At The H04.3 Level
- Execute a systematic approach to training, including independently performing gap analyses for training programs, designing and developing course curriculum, creating new training materials and evaluation metrics.
- Apply advanced knowledge of training principles, concepts, standards, processes, and systems.
- Use evaluation data to drive training and development decisions and influence stakeholders.
- Develop and track performance and effectiveness metrics for training initiatives.
- Serves as a knowledge leader and provides input to management on policy changes.
- Train and mentor team members on technical skills as needed.
Qualifications
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Organizational Development, Training and Development, Instructional Design, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of and experience evaluating training needs and designing, developing, and implementing training solutions.
- Experience applying Instructional Systems Design methodologies and needs analysis principles.
- Experience working both independently and in a team environment with a broad cross section of stakeholders.
- Experience using computer software and multimedia tools to design, deliver, and support training.
- Strong analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills to recommend and implement solutions to moderately complex problems.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate in a team environment, present technical information, develop new training materials, and facilitate training activities.
- Ability to travel to off-site locations and facilitate training, ensure consistent communication and maintain accurate curriculum and documentation for instructors and students.
Additional Qualifications At The H04.3 Level
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of training industry principles, concepts, practices, standards, processes and systems.
- Demonstrated project management experience leading individual projects.
- Ability to influence others internally toward a workable approach to tactical issues.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively, present technical information, develop new training materials, and facilitate training activities.
Qualifications We Desire
- Master’s degree in Instructional Technology and/or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
- Operational experience working with explosives in high hazard environments.
- Experience designing and developing training programs in regulated environments.
- Familiarity with DOE STD 1212 Explosives Safety, ES&H, and RCRA requirements.
Pay Range
$95,820 - $140,712 Annually
$95,820 - $117,312 Annually for the H04.2 level
$114,900 - $140,712 Annually for the H04.3 level
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Additional Information
Position Information
This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.
Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
- Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
- Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values
Security Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Wireless and Medical Devices
Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.
If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
Pre-Placement Medical Exam
A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.
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