Program Manager, Systems Engineer at HRL Laboratories

Lost Hills, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

165983.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Systems Engineering, Radio Frequency, Photonics, Radar, Communication, Sensing, Proposal Development, Budget Analysis, Customer Relations, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Technical Specifications, Microsoft Project, Communication Skills, Mentoring

Industry

Research Services

Description

Essential Job Functions: 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), and to work closely with scientists and engineers to develop specifications for radar and/or communication frontend and backend components and apertures. They will also solve customer problems, brief customers, participate in proposal activities and assist 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. Identifies 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 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. Interact professionally with managers, co-workers, and customers. Ability to work well in a team and independently. 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. 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 Special Requirements: U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance Compensation: The base salary range for this full-time position is $132,765 - $165,983 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. \n \n

Responsibilities

Lead diverse technical teams in executing programs in RF and Photonics subsystems. Engage in all program phases to ensure quality and meet contract deliverables.