Director of Science & Technology

Cummings Aerospace Inc•Niceville, FL

15h

About The Position

The Director of Science & Technology Portfolio leads the organization’s technology investment strategy, oversees S&T programs, secures internal and external funding, and manages teams delivering new technologies, products, or scientific advancements. The role is responsible for strategic planning, program management, financial performance, and execution of all company S&T programs. This is a full-time exempt position reporting to the CEO.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Math, or Business.
At least 20 years of technical leadership and/or program management experience in the Aerospace or DoD industry.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and interface across all levels of the corporation and with external sources.
Strong leadership, communication, time management, and execution management skills.
Demonstrated experience in business and personnel management.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
Secret clearance required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Manage and execute all S&T programs and personnel in accordance with corporate performance objectives.
Develop technology roadmaps and investment strategies aligned with customer requirements, opportunities, and corporate goals.
Manage and execute S&T program resources, including hardware, software, and data, within allocated budgets; communicate program cost, technical, and schedule performance to the CEO, functional managers, and customers.
Lead and guide S&T teams to support customer satisfaction and quality objectives, including setting goals, providing training and mentoring, and fostering a positive work environment.
Monitor emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to inform organizational decisions.
Manage vendor and third-party provider relationships to ensure service quality and value for technology investments.
Ensure the unit segment complies with corporate policies, procedures, processes, and applicable government regulations.
Communicate S&T program goals and objectives to employees.
Coordinate and communicate the S&T resource plan with other Directors, functional Managers, and the CEO.
Support development of the annual S&T budget in alignment with program objectives.
Support the VP of Quality Assurance in implementing Quality Program Metrics and Objectives applicable to S&T programs.
Provide mentorship to employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.