The Program Manager, Systems Engineer will lead technical teams in RF and Photonics projects, managing program execution from proposal to completion while ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to technical requirements.
General Description:
HRL Laboratories, LLC is seeking a Program Manager, Systems Engineer who will lead diverse technical teams in successfully executing programs in Radio Frequency (RF) and Photonics subsystems (e.g. Radar, Communication and Sensing). They will work closely with scientists and engineers to develop specifications for radar and/or communication frontend and backend components and apertures. Additional job functions include solving customer problems, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities and assisting in marketing HRL expertise.
Essential Duties:
Lead diverse technical teams in successfully executing programs in Radio Frequency (RF) and Photonics subsystems (e.g. Radar, Communication and Sensing).
Engage in all phases of the program(s) from proposal through completion, to ensure quality, business, technical and financial objectives are attained.
Establish the baseline for which all programs will be managed to ensure that program execution will result in achieving the commitments made at proposal submittal.
Responsible for meeting contract deliverables and sustaining healthy customer relationships.
Responsible for meeting cost, schedule and performance.
Collaborates with project teams in the establishment of plans and milestones and monitors execution to plan.
Identify risks and problems and proactively finds solutions.
Key interface to customers.
Ensure system designs meet all technical requirements.
Support line managers in employee development by providing performance feedback, growth opportunities within the program, and mentoring.
Required Skills:
Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with government customers is essential
Minimum 7 years general experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years in program and project management of US government contracts ($5M to $10M+)
Experience with Advanced Development of Defense Systems including RF and Photonics subsystems in Radar, Communications and Sensing.
Good communication skills, both verbal and written
Applicant must be able to interact professionally with managers, co-workers, and customers.
Ability to work well in a team and independently.
Experience leading in a matrixed organization, relying on your ability to collaborate and influence
Professional experience in proposal and business development and marketing
Strong understanding of U.S. government solicitations, requirements for proposal submissions and acquisition process
Knowledge in preparing and reviewing financial reports and conducting budget analysis (earned value management) is essential.
Essential to interact effectively with highly technical staff
Knowledge of systems engineering, especially requirements management and verification/validation is a plus.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
Required Education:
M.S. with minimum 5 years of experience, 7 years preferred
B.S. with a minimum 7 years of experience, 9 years preferred
Physical Requirements:
Must be willing to travel and work in a team of highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and willingness to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Must be sufficiently mobile to work within confined spaces and have both visual and hearing acuity.
Special Requirements:
U.S. citizenship is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
Compensation:
The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits.
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Top Skills
Excel
Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Project
Microsoft Word
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