OverviewThe Senior Director of R&D for ADGS IST provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for a diverse, high-performing engineering organization responsible for developing differentiated solutions for the aerospace, defense, and government sectors. This role oversees long-term technology roadmaps, drives solution innovation, and partners closely with executive leadership to deliver high-impact products aligned with industry trends and customer needs. The ideal candidate brings deep domain expertise, exceptional communication and leadership skills, and a proven ability to inspire teams, manage complex programs, and advance organizational growth.
Responsibilities- Develop and implement long-term R&D strategies that support sustainable ADGS IST growth and deliver differentiated technologies and solutions.
- Lead, mentor, and coach R&D teams and project managers in executing solution NPIs, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products and achievement of ROI commitments.
- Manage resource allocation and drive operational efficiency across the R&D organization to maximize innovation quality and delivery performance.
- Act as the ADGS IST technology officer, monitoring industry megatrends and technological advancements; advise leadership on emerging business opportunities and investment areas.
- Identify risks and establish mitigation plans, particularly regarding evolving AD industry cybersecurity requirements; collaborate with corporate IT to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Partner cross-functionally, working with Keysight Labs, Product COE, Sales, and Regulatory teams to advance technology roadmaps and support overall ADGS IST growth objectives.
Qualifications- 15+ years of R&D management experience or 20+ years of technical management experience within relevant engineering fields.
- Proven ability to lead large and diverse R&D teams and influence executive leadership on technology roadmaps and investment priorities.
- Deep understanding of the aerospace, defense, and government industries, including AD program workflows and government funding processes.
- Strong ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams, including research labs, product groups, sales, and regulatory functions.
- Exceptional communication skills, including written, verbal, strategic planning, negotiation, presentation, and project management.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or relevant technical discipline; Master's or PhD preferred.
This position requires access to technology and/or technical data that is subject to U.S. export controls. You must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
The level of role and salary will be based on applicable experience, education and skills; Most offers will be between the minimum and the midpoint of the Salary Range listed below.
California Pay Range: MIN $221,220- MAX $368,700
Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region.
US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption Assistance
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
