Science and Engineering Research Program Manager

Chenega Corporation • Bath Township, OH

19h • Onsite

About The Position

AJANTA CONSULTING, LLC is seeking a Science and Engineering Research Program Manager to provide subject matter expertise to the Airman Systems Directorate, Airman Biosciences Division (711 HPW/RHB). The role supports research and technology evaluation initiatives across hazard mitigation, public health, contingency operations, performance enhancement, human systems integration, and clinical aerospace medicine, including aeromedical evacuation.

The position supports the Defense Health Program Medical Human Performance Portfolio. It works directly with the Product Line Lead, Lead Program Manager, research and development personnel, and laboratories conducting the medical human performance research mission. The goal is to advance Air Force Medical Command research interests through individualized high-performance integrated systems and health-readiness solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering or a related engineering field.
• At least five years of experience in engineering program management within the Department of War (formerly Department of Defense), an equivalent industry environment, or a combination thereof.
• Knowledge and expertise in a systems discipline, such as systems engineering, human systems integration, or modeling and analysis, using systems thinking and a systems approach to problem definition and solution.
• Ability to direct the development of, review, and approve key technical documentation for software and hardware development. Examples include technical roadmaps, system design documents, use cases, system topologies, test plans, product transition plans, and technical proposals.
• Knowledge and experience in direct management of technical planning, risk management, and technology transition strategy development and management.
• Ability to follow through on complex, long-term projects.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in engineering or a scientific domain related to systems engineering, human performance, or human effectiveness.
• DAWIA career field certification at the Practitioner level in Engineering & Technical Management (ETM), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience working in a research and development program and/or studies surrounding human systems integration.
• Experience with programs utilizing Agile methodologies and incorporating AI management tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary integrated product teams; communicate effectively, establish working relationships, coordinate technical exchanges, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Apply scientific inquiry and analysis to define, quantify, and assess the feasibility of assigned projects, studies, and problems.
• Conduct independent analysis and develop recommendations and viable courses of action for complex technology challenges.
• Identify additional questions to address, provide or critique essential elements of analysis, propose alternatives, and recommend analytical techniques.
• Transition scientific results from research environments to operational communities and/or end users.
• Assist in managing portfolio cost constraints, technical performance, schedule, and risk to deliver technical objectives and products within established timelines.
• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, reports, and presentations, and ensure program documentation and deliverables meet professional and organizational standards.
• Independently design research studies and agreements, applying attention to detail, organizational skills, and initiative.
• Perform other support functions within the scope of the role for the DHP Medical Human Performance Portfolio, and other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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