Plans, organizes, leads, and directs technical work related to Advanced Product Design and Development activities. Leads the selection and implementation of product development projects. Translates direction of technical work into specific plans of action and directs development activities to implementation phase. As a project lead it is expected that you will serve as a liaison and coordinates development activities of internal and external resources. Researches, recommends, and implements or improves new and/or existing products, processes, materials, technologies, and equipment. Will collaborate with and may lead other staff. Performs other duties as necessary and performs necessary procedures for the protection of intellectual property rights.