Jeff Heath
About Jeff Heath
Jeff Heath is the Associate Laboratories Director at Sandia National Laboratories with extensive experience in emergency management, engineering, and laboratory operations.
Current Role at Sandia National Laboratories
Jeff Heath currently serves as the Associate Laboratories Director at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He has been in this role since 2022, where he applies his extensive experience in emergency management, engineering, and strategic planning. His responsibilities include overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring the efficient management of resources and personnel.
Previous Experience at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Before joining Sandia National Laboratories, Jeff Heath was the Program Director and Division Director at Los Alamos National Laboratory from 2018 to 2022. During his four-year tenure in Los Alamos, New Mexico, he successfully led multiple programs and initiatives, contributing to the laboratory's strategic goals and operational excellence.
Roles at Various National Laboratories
Jeff Heath has played significant roles at several national laboratories. He was the Deputy Associate Director at Idaho National Laboratory from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he spent a decade at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP) as Program Director and Division Director from 2006 to 2016. His work in these capacities has been instrumental in driving advancements in laboratory operations, security protocols, and emergency management.
Academic Background and Education
Jeff Heath has a robust academic foundation with multiple degrees and certifications. He holds a PhD in Biological Engineering from the University of Idaho and an MS in Industrial & Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. Additionally, he has earned an MBA in Project Management from Aspen University and a Bachelor's of Business Administration in Operations Management from Idaho State University College of Business. He also has a Bachelor's of Science in Architecture from the San Francisco Institute of Architecture and various certificates in Value Engineering, Strategic Planning, and Negotiation.
Extensive Teaching and Program Development Experience
Jeff Heath has extensive experience in education and program development. He served as an Adjunct Professor and Lecturer at the University of Idaho from 2004 to 2020. He also worked as a Program Developer and Lecturer at the College of Eastern Idaho from 2014 to 2016. His roles in academia focused on developing leadership and organizational development programs, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation among students.