Deputy Principal Assistant Deputy Administrator (DPADA) for Research Development Test & Evaluation

As the Deputy Principal Assistant Deputy Administrator (DPADA) for Research Development Test & Evaluation you will have the following duties: Leads the development and advancement of U.S. RDT&E capabilities crucial for the design, certification, and assessment of a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent. Ensures these efforts are strategically aligned with and responsive to the Stockpile Stewardship Management Plan, the RDT&E Strategic Framework, the DOE Strategic Plan, the NNSA Strategic Vision, and Congressional Budget Justification. Strategically strengthens science, research, technology, and engineering capabilities across the entire Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) in support of the 'OneNNSA' vision. Fosters collaborative partnerships across internal and external organizations, actively contributing to NNSA governance, eliminating duplication and inefficiencies, and leading transformative enterprise-wide initiatives. Drives continuous improvement in RDT&E quality and effic