Program Manager

Rincon Research Corp • Tucson, AZ

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC) is seeking a Program Manager to work in a multidisciplinary research and development environment alongside electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts. RRC develops and fields digital signal processing products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security, including custom signal-processing solutions and communications systems.

The Program Manager is responsible for all phases of the contract lifecycle, from business development and proposal development through staffing, project execution, financial management, customer reporting, and long-term product support. The position manages one or more projects, which may be interrelated or serve different customers, and operates with a large degree of independence. The role is accountable for customer satisfaction and maintaining the company’s reputation. The position is located at RRC’s Tucson, Arizona headquarters.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, physics, computer science, information technology, or mathematics.
• At least 15 years of experience in electronics development and/or the defense and intelligence fields.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience.
• Experience creating plans and schedules that include resources and financials.
• Experience building and leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience monitoring and controlling project execution.
• Proven ability to cooperate with customers and deliver high-quality results.
• Experience in sales, capture, or business development.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or higher in engineering, physics, computer science, or mathematics; counts for two years of experience.
• Master’s in Business Administration.
• Experience as a development engineer or mission analyst.
• Professional certification in project management.
• Understanding of Earned Value Management.
• Experience writing proposals and winning contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of the contract lifecycle, including business development and proposal development.
• Staff projects and develop plans and schedules.
• Manage and control project execution.
• Oversee formal tests.
• Manage project finances and forecasting.
• Conduct project reviews and oversee quality.
• Manage customer relationships and report to customers and RRC management.
• Provide long-term product support.
• Deliver customer satisfaction and maintain the company’s reputation across one or more projects.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance.
• Employee life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care.
• Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan.
• Employer contributions to the ESOP.
• Employer matching contributions to the 401(k) Plan.
• Employer discretionary contributions to the 401(k) Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior