PROGRAM DIRECTOR-R&D - SR. PROGRAM MANAGER-R&D - Space-based Programs - Remote at Southwest Research Institute

Posted in Other 23 days ago.

Location: San Antonio, Texas





Job Description:

Who We Are:


A multidisciplinary team of engineers, program managers, and technicians to develop spaceflight missions, spacecraft, spacecraft avionics systems, spacecraft payloads, and lighter than air systems. This position has the option of being a fully remote in the following states: AL, AZ, CO, Dis. of Columbia, FL, GA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, OR, TX, UT, VA, WV only. Alternate work location is San Antonio, TX.


Objectives of this Role:


  • Manage complex space-based programs.

  • Find new business opportunities in the commercial and government arenas.

  • Strategic planning for the needs of the war-fighter from a space perspective.

  • Strategic planning for the needs of the commercial sector, both nationally and internationally, from a space perspective.

  • Develop processes and procedures for training engineers and technicians.


Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:


  • Track progress on projects by SwRI personnel/subcontractors, generate reports, and manage project progress and customer's expectations.

  • Work with potential customers to develop new business opportunities.

  • Strategize with members of the department to determine how SwRI can meet the needs of the war-fighter and the commercial sector.

  • Work with and lead Division personnel to develop processes and procedures for training.


Requirements:


  • Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or Engineering Management.

  • 15+ years: Related Management experience; Strategic planning for the needs of the commercial sector, both nationally and internationally, from a space perspective or directly related.

  • Experience working with potential customers to develop new business opportunities.

  • Strong problem solving and strategic planning skills, experience with the needs of the war-fighter from a space perspective, working in an internationally cooperative environment, and practical knowledge in organizational development, facilities management, resource training.

  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

  • Salary Range: $144,498 - $277,035



Special Requirements:


Work assignment is in Remote. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.


Job Locations: Remote Or San Antonio, Texas


For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here.
For benefits information at all other locations, click here.

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Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran
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