HukariAscendent is a Woman-Owned, Small Business specializing in comprehensive engineering and technical support services associated with commercial nuclear power and other Department of Energy (DOE) nuclear activities.
We are seeking qualified candidates to perform the following:

Support multiple integrated projects and programs, interfacing directly with project and functional team members at SRS and across the DOE/NNSA complex to integrate activities which support programmatic requirements in support of the Surplus Plutonium Disposition Program. Analyze technical and programmatic information and documents implementing or affecting programmatic requirements.
The primary purpose of this position is to support the update of the Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE) for the Surplus Plutonium Disposition Program and programmatic re-baselining activities.

DUTIES

* Write and manage documents. Coordinate review.
* Develop and review supporting spreadsheets.
* Track progress and monitor status vs. schedule.
* Involvement with risk analysis, sensitivity analysis, external review coordination, management review coordination, NNSA review coordination, technology readiness assessments, and TMP development.
* Participate on program/project teams affecting execution of strategic program priorities.
* Support initiatives focused on strategic programmatic or tactical execution issue resolution.
* Maintain awareness of and contribute to schedules, performance monitoring status, and management reports.
* Provide timely feedback and recommended solutions to management to improve or mitigate problems affecting execution and coordination between multiple sites.
* Provide written and verbal analysis and recommendations to management.
* Identify effective solutions, including implementing requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements:
PhD or degree with specialized training or bachelor specialized training applicable to special needs of the task or professional certification.
* Minimum 15 years experience supporting commercial or federal science, nuclear engineering, or other task relevant programs or projects.
* 10 or more years in a management role in Project Management, Program Management, Operations, and/or Engineering,
* Experience in Life Cycle Cost Estimate development and Plutonium processing preferred.
* Familiarity with administrative and technical procedures, practices, and processes affecting programmatic and facility activities.
* Ability to analyze technical and programmatic issues
* Internal or external review team participation preferred
* Baseline development, control, reporting, and change control processes
* Experience with multiple integrated projects and programs
* Effective interpersonal skills
* Effective verbal and written communication skills
* Effective use of computer software including work processing, email, spreadsheets, power point, and databases.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to obtain/maintain a DOE "Q" security clearance

estimated duration is 12 months

HukariAscendent offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Opportunities with HukariAscendent change frequently. For a complete listing of our current openings, please visit our website at https://www.hukari.com.

HukariAscendent is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran or military status including disabled veterans and Vietnam era veterans, or other protected status.

HukariAscendent maintains a drug-free workplace.