PROGRAM DIRECTOR-R&D - SR. PROGRAM MANAGER-R&D - Space-based Programs - Remote at Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:

A multidisciplinary team of engineers, program managers, and technicians to develop spaceflight missions, spacecraft, spacecraft avionics systems, spacecraft payloads, and lighter than air systems. This position has the option of being a fully remote in the following states: AL, AZ, CO, Dis. of Columbia, FL, GA, MA, MD, MI, MN, NH, NJ, NC, OH, OK, OR, TX, UT, VA, WV only. Alternate work location is San Antonio, TX.

Objectives of this Role:

• Manage complex space-based programs.
• Find new business opportunities in the commercial and government arenas.
• Strategic planning for the needs of the war-fighter from a space perspective.
• Strategic planning for the needs of the commercial sector, both nationally and internationally, from a space perspective.
• Develop processes and procedures for training engineers and technicians.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Track progress on projects by SwRI personnel/subcontractors, generate reports, and manage project progress and customer's expectations.
• Work with potential customers to develop new business opportunities.
• Strategize with members of the department to determine how SwRI can meet the needs of the war-fighter and the commercial sector.
• Work with and lead Division personnel to develop processes and procedures for training.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and/or Engineering Management.
• 15+ years: Related Management experience; Strategic planning for the needs of the commercial sector, both nationally and internationally, from a space perspective or directly related.
• Experience working with potential customers to develop new business opportunities.
• Strong problem solving and strategic planning skills, experience with the needs of the war-fighter from a space perspective, working in an internationally cooperative environment, and practical knowledge in organizational development, facilities management, resource training.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.
• Salary Range: $144,498 - $277,035