**Overview**

At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.

Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus.

The National Security Directorate (NSD) drives science-based, mission-focused solutions to take on complex, real-world threats to our nation and the world.

The Emerging Threats and Technologies Division, part of the National Security Directorate, consists of over 400 scientists, engineers, and analysts with backgrounds in cyber, nuclear, intelligence, policy, data science, and other fields. We work in interdisciplinary project teams to provide innovative concepts that integrate policy, analytics, science, and technology into unique solutions.

**Responsibilities**

The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory seeks a nonproliferation research analyst to provide support for a variety of federal sponsors, including the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration, the Department of State, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Commerce. This position requires the individual to use and evaluate trade data to provide an in-depth analysis of emerging trends, conduct reviews of commodities and technologies to assess their potential export control requirements, and contribute to capacity building activities in foreign countries on topics related to trade data analysis, industry and academic outreach, export control enforcement, and licensing.

Preferred candidates will possess specialized experience in international and national strategic trade control systems including strategic trade licensing, enforcement processes and procedures, and outreach to the industry and academia. They should have a demonstrated ability to conduct commodity classifications, identify appropriate Harmonized System (HS) codes, and provide analysis of applicable strategic trade controls. They should possess experience analyzing complex aggregate and transactional trade data to develop novel methodologies for identifying diversion for which no precedents or past practices exist. They further should be able to make recommendations that will have an effect on direction of activities, set precedent for future decisions, and strongly influence national/international policies and decisions at the working level. Candidates should have experience with communicating complex concepts and presenting different points of view to interagency collaborators and international audiences, as well as facilitating tabletop exercises.

The candidate will provide support to a variety of projects within an overall program scope supporting a range of international and U.S. enforcement activities. The candidate will contribute to the coordination of initiatives and/or projects of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors. The candidate should be able to make decisions through detailed analysis following existing processes and operational policies while recommending process improvements. The candidate will act as mentor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems. The candidate will perform work in a collaborative community that includes senior PNNL staff, private and government clients at all levels, as well as foreign officials or dignitaries. Specific responsibilities will be determined based on candidate skills and experience, as well as available programmatic activities and funding. Daily activities include proposal and work scope development, task and project planning and management, execution of research in office settings, sponsor engagement, and reporting.

Responsibilities

+ Trade Data Analysis and Reporting:

+ Evaluate and analyze global trade data to identify emerging trends, diversion risks, and gaps in enforcement mechanisms.

+ Conduct reviews of commodities and technologies to assess export control requirements, including identifying applicable Harmonized System (HS) codes and strategic trade classifications.

+ Develop novel methodologies for analyzing complex aggregate and transactional trade data where no precedents or established practices exist.

+ Translate detailed data insights into actionable recommendations that can shape programmatic activities, policy decisions, and stakeholder strategies at national and international levels.

+ Strategic Advisory and Capacity Building:

+ Contribute to capacity-building activities in foreign countries related to trade data analysis, industry and academic outreach, export control enforcement processes, licensing frameworks, and stakeholder engagement.

+ Provide technical expertise on international and U.S. enforcement systems, including strategic trade licensing, compliance monitoring, and diversion detection protocols.

+ Lead and facilitate tabletop exercises and workshops for interagency collaborators, international partners, and government officials to strengthen understanding of complex trade control concepts.

+ Serve as a subject-matter expert for trade controls, dual-use technologies, and proliferation-sensitive commodities.

+ Program and Project Support:

+ Support various projects within the scope of international enforcement activities, requiring evaluation of diverse factors and coordination across multiple stakeholders.

+ Contribute to the planning, development, and execution of proposals, work scopes, and technical deliverables aligned with sponsor objectives.

+ Engage regularly with U.S. and international clients at all levels—including interagency officials, government leaders, private clients, and foreign partners —to present findings, drive programmatic goals, and deliver impactful results.

+ Collaborate closely with senior PNNL staff and cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.

+ Leadership and Mentorship:

+ Act as a mentor to junior staff, guiding them through project requirements, schedules, and technical challenges.

+ Recommend process improvements to enhance program efficiencies and operational outcomes within the team based on existing best practices.

Responsible for providing technical expertise, analysis, and publishable products to advance the frontiers of science and address some of the most challenging problems in national security, energy, and the environment. Gather, analyze, and evaluate information from a variety of sources. Anticipates internal and or external business challenges, sponsor and/or regulatory issues; recommends process or service improvements. Identifies and solves unique and complex problems that have a broad impact on the Laboratory. Utilize technical expertise in one or more scientific, engineering, or policy disciplines, determine significance and reliability of incoming information, integrating new information with current data. Evaluate information to determine a recommended course of action. Apply and interpret theories, principles, methods, tools, and technologies within an area of specialty. Provide domain knowledge and insight on national-level mission needs to multidisciplinary project teams comprised of scientists and engineers.

**Qualifications**

Minimum Qualifications:

+ BS/BA and 7 years of relevant experience -OR-

+ MS/MA or higher and 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Extensive experience with international and U.S. strategic trade control systems, including: Trade licensing, policy enforcement mechanics and compliance frameworks.

+ Stakeholder outreach to industry and academia.

+ Commercial export compliance experience.

+ Proficiency in commodity classifications using Harmonized System (HS) Codes, alongside a thorough understanding of U.S. export control procedures and regulations.

+ Proven ability to analyze complex trade datasets to identify risks of diversion and develop innovative methodologies without existing precedents.

+ Strong expertise in influencing national and international policies and decision-making processes at senior levels by crafting informed analyses and recommendations.

+ Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with demonstrated ability to convey complex concepts and potential divergent viewpoints to senior interagency collaborators, foreign officials, and international audiences.

+ Hands-on experience facilitating tabletop exercises, workshops, and collaborative engagements across policy, industry, and academic sectors.

+ Experience working with the International Nonproliferation Export Control Program (INECP) and Export Control Review and Compliance/Interdiction (ECRCI) Program.

+ Strong problem-solving abilities to make independent decisions through detailed analyses while adhering to established processes.

+ Experience managing diverse project scopes requiring coordination of intricate operational factors.

+ Ability to work in a collaborative environment with individuals of varied expertise, including senior staff, foreign dignitaries, and government officials across multiple agencies.

+ Following the programmatic needs, the candidate will play a dynamic role across multiple activities, leveraging their expertise to drive sponsor success. Daily tasks include research execution in office settings, sponsor engagement, proposal development, task planning, and reporting tailored to complex challenges that impact global trade security.

**Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment**

Not Applicable

**Additional Information**

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance.

Requirements:

+ U.S. Citizenship

+ Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B.

+ Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP).

Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.

**Testing Designated Position**

This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program.

**About PNNL**

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

**Commitment to Excellence and Equal Employment Opportunity**

Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

**Drug Free Workplace**

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

**Security, Credentialing, and Eligibility Requirements**

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:

If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO)risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment.

**Mandatory Requirements**

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

**Rockstar Rewards**

Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

* Research Associates excluded.

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**Notice to Applicants**

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

**Minimum Salary**

USD $105,600.00/Yr.

**Maximum Salary**

USD $163,500.00/Yr.