Objectives of this Role:- Oversee engineering management on complex, multidisciplinary embedded avionics programs.
- Provide leadership in planning, execution, and technical integration to ensure cutting-edge solutions meet program requirements for aerospace and defense applications.
- Develop and execute a forward-thinking technology roadmap, driving basic and applied research to advance embedded avionics capabilities and position the section for future growth in alignment with strategic goals.
- Lead marketing, business development, and proposal creation efforts to secure new opportunities.
- Develop innovative technical solutions and strategies that achieve section financial objectives and expand the embedded avionics portfolio.
- Oversee staff tasking and progress tracking, ensuring projects meet cost, technical, and schedule objectives.
- Provide clear direction and accountability to maintain efficiency and alignment with program milestones and deliverables.
- Drive technical excellence by leading the development and integration of advanced embedded avionics systems.
- Ensure designs meet industry standards, deliver superior reliability, and align with organizational goals for mission-critical applications.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities: - Manage resource allocation across programs, lead performance evaluations and hiring efforts, address personnel matters, and oversee office operations.
- Ensure an efficient, motivated team and provide strategic direction to maintain productivity and program success.
- Oversee IRAD activities by prioritizing research initiatives, allocating resources, and driving innovation within the section.
- Ensure projects align with strategic goals, advancing capabilities in embedded avionics and fostering future growth opportunities.
- Identify and pursue growth opportunities, lead competitive proposal efforts, develop cost strategies, and drive marketing initiatives.
- Build client relationships to highlight the section's expertise and secure new programs aligned with aerospace and defense objectives.
- Plan, allocate, and forecast staff assignments to meet program demands.
- Ensure optimal resource utilization, align workloads with project needs, and maintain flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities while meeting technical and schedule objectives.
- Collaborate with the Department Director to align section performance with strategic objectives.
- Monitor progress, address challenges, and ensure the section meets technical, financial, and growth targets to support departmental and organizational success.
Requirements: - Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree with related experience.
- 12+ years: Experience as a technical manager, blending deep expertise with proven leadership. Skilled in building and mentoring teams, driving innovation, and overseeing successful execution of analog electronics and power supply projects for defense and aerospace applications.
- Expert in leading proposals, cost estimation, and resource planning for analog electronics and power systems.
- Skilled in managing customer relationships, presenting solutions, and aligning technical capabilities with business objectives to secure and execute strategic programs.
- Proven success in developing and modernizing avionics architectures for embedded systems.
- Expertise in sustaining and upgrading analog and power systems, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards, reliability, and mission-critical performance requirements.
- Deep expertise in analog electronics and power supply design, including circuit design, power conversion, and signal filtering.
- Experienced in tackling technical challenges and delivering reliable solutions aligned with aerospace and defense standards.
- A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Special Requirements: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: San Antonio, Texas Or Oklahoma City, OklahomaFor more information about this division, visit the Defense & Intelligence Solutions home page.
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