Job Description
Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). Our MISSION is to help ensure the security of the United States and its allies by providing high-hazard experimentation and incident response capabilities through operations, engineering, education, field, and integration services and by acting as environmental stewards to the Site’s Cold War legacy. Our VISION is to be the user site of choice for large-scale, high-hazard, national security experimentation, with premier facilities and capabilities below ground, on the ground, and in the air. (See NNSS.gov for our unique capabilities.) Our 2,750+ professional, craft, and support employees are called upon to innovate, collaborate, and deliver on some of the more difficult nuclear security challenges facing the world today.
- MSTS offers our full-time employees highly competitive salaries and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision; both a pension and a 401k; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation (if located more than 75 miles from work location); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and more.
- MSTS is a limited liability company consisting of Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell), Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. (Jacobs), and HII Nuclear Inc.
Responsibilities
This position reports to the Data and Diagnostics Manager. The Supervisor II is responsible for leading a team that supports data analysis, reporting, quality assurance, and diagnostic processes to drive operational excellence and informed decision making. As an integral part of the Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (DNN) Programs, you will collaborate with external and internal partners to attain desired success states and sustain successful operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a technical team within the Data & Diagnostics Group, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (DNN) Programs within the Global Security Directorate.
- Provide technical and operational oversight for projects related to geologic characterization and advanced geologic modeling, seismic network operations, and advanced seismic modeling in support of Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation objectives.
- Mentor and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages professional growth and technical excellence.
- Coordinate and prioritize group activities to ensure timely completion of research, analysis, and field operations, maintaining alignment with program goals and compliance requirements.
- Interface with internal and external stakeholders, including Engineering, Operations, Facilities, and National Laboratory partners, to facilitate project planning, execution, and data sharing.
- Represent the Data & Diagnostics Group at meetings, briefings, and scheduling sessions, resolving conflicts and communicating project status and needs.
- Oversee the integration and application of diagnostic technologies and data analytics to enhance seismic monitoring capabilities and geologic assessments.
- Ensure all group activities adhere to safety, security, and quality standards, taking immediate action to address any observed or reported concerns.
- Support the development and review of technical documents, reports, and presentations related to geologic and seismic research.
- Perform other supervisory duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience, plus a minimum of 8 years of related and progressively responsible experience.
- Bachelor's degree in a geoscience discipline highly preferred.
- Master of Science or Doctorate degree in a geoscience discipline preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in geologic characterization and modeling, seismic network operations, and data analysis preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to write proposals and develop proposed technical scope.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with national laboratories or government agencies.
- Knowledge of safety, security, and quality assurance practices in scientific and field environments.
- Primary work location: Nevada National Security Site, approximately 80 miles northeast of Las Vegas.
- Position may require oversight of night shift or work on other shifts at management discretion.
- Work schedule: Four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday
- Pre-placement physical examination, which includes a drug screen, is required. MSTS maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
MSTS is required by DOE directive to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants offered employment with MSTS are also subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment. In addition, Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship, at least 18 years of age. Reference DOE Order 472.2 , “Personnel Security”. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
Department of Energy Q Clearance (position will be cleared to this level). Reviews and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR Part 707.4 , “Workplace Substance Abuse Programs at DOE Sites,” will be conducted. Applicant selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation, required to participate in subsequent reinvestigations, and must meet the eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Successful completion of a counterintelligence evaluation, which may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination, may also be required. Reference 10 CFR Part 709 , “Counterintelligence Evaluation Program.”
MSTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. MSTS is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
Annual salary range for this position is:
$103,480.00 - $165,568.00
Starting salary is determined based on the position market value, the individual candidate education and experience and internal equity.
