Lead Program Manager
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Job Description
The STR Systems Development Division (SDD) delivers technology advantage into users hands by delivering capabilities focused on end-customer needs that function in operationally relevant environments and timeframes. SDD considers the entire lifecycle of the solution from conceptualization and architecting through development to deployment while leveraging novel technologies to deliver first-of-a-kind systems. Current efforts include programs advanced testing enabled by multi-function multi-modal RF capabilities.
We have a strong culture of collaboration and innovation. You will be a member of a dynamic group of engineers across STR academic researchers and industry partners to develop practical and effective solutions to RF applications.
The Role
SDD is seeking a Lead Program Manager to join our growing technology company in the Boston area. Candidate will support a multitude of multi-function RF programs covering a range of system capabilities test needs and demonstration locations. Strong technical interpersonal communication and leadership skills are desired.
What you will do:
- Management/oversight of program schedule and budget. Be able to distill complex program requirements to clearly defined execution plan
- Work in partnership with program principal investigator on planning execution and delivery of program capability
- Identification of risks and development of mitigation plans. Monitor progress against goals and initiate corrective actions as appropriate
- Coordinate across functional capabilities to maximize outcomes
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations and drive continuous improvements
- Effectively execute multiple programs to ensure cost schedule and technical program metrics are being tracked and are within plan
- Provide expertise in proposal development by leading the capture and proposal writing/delivery while ensuring adherence to gated capture process
- Create subcontractor statements of work and manage/track subcontractors to ensure proper execution
- Create and maintain an environment that fosters collaboration by giving clear direction and constructive feedback
- Understanding of customer/operational need ensure outcomes meet the need and identify future opportunities
- Ability to connect across synergistic programs to realize execution efficiencies and to help shape STR strategy
Who you are:
- This position requires an Active Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain and retain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance with SCI/SAP eligibility for which U.S. citizenship is needed by U.S. Government.
- Bachelors degree required; engineering discipline desired
- Minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience in program management
- Experience managing projects for the Department of Defense
- Skills and experience in the use of tools to aid in program management
- Strong presentation and organization skills with ability to:
- Work with principal investigator on execution plans
- Provide clear and concise priorities
- Connect between programs to maximize benefits to our customer
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston MA Arlington VA near Dayton OH Melbourne FL and Carlsbad CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense intelligence and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors radar sonar communications and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STRis committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people culture and attitude along with their unique set of skills experiences and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We cant do it alone though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us more info.
STRis an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race color religion sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) marital status national origin age veteran status disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process email us atand provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
