Research and Development Program Manager
Dallas, TX, US, 75243
Job ID: 110214
The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
Job Summary
The Research, Advanced Prototyping, and Innovative Design (RAPID) Laboratory within the Electro-Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) business is responsible for all materials, FPA, and camera research to advance EOIS technology with government and industry partners. Selected strategic efforts are also executed in the RAPID Lab to accelerate development. RAPID programs tend to be more focused on the early stages of the development process and have quickly evolving technical requirements and goals. The R&D Program Manager for the RAPID Laboratory is responsible for managing the daily execution of a large, complex program or several smaller complex programs in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures, and guidelines. Candidates must be comfortable working in high-paced environments alongside engineers, scientists, and customers having advanced technical degrees.
Job Responsibilities
- Monitor the quality of deliverables
- Organize project and task workloads
- Lead all meetings and the integrated product team (kick-off through project close)
- Provide interface, communication, and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid and proposal activities
- May lead bid and proposal activities, ensuring that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals
- Develop new methods for tracking and reporting program status statistics
- Actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development
- Represent management at program reviews, meetings, and seminars
- Maintain complex and/or challenging customer relationships
- Make recommendations to management on changes, as appropriate
Basic Qualifications & Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in a Science or Engineering field and 5+ years functional or program management experience in a science, engineering, or technical environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship
- Experience working directly with engineers and scientists on a project or program
- Ability to achieve results in a matrixed organizational structure, interfacing and coordinating efforts with various functional groups, including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance
Desired Experience
- Master’s or Doctoral degree in the Physical Sciences or Engineering
- 4+ years experience working in a R&D environment such as university or government laboratory, or corporate R&D center
- 5+ years leadership experience managing technology development programs
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Team player who communicates effectively to promote collaboration across the organization
- Prior defense industry experience in the development of electro-optics
- Possess an active U.S. security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth