Program Manager, Systems Engineer

HRL•Lost Hills, CA

66d•$132,765 - $165,983

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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.
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.
U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
M.S. with minimum 5 years of experience, 7 years preferred
B.S. with a minimum 7 years of experience, 9 years preferred

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of systems engineering, especially requirements management and verification/validation is a plus.

Responsibilities

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.