Research Program Manager (Experienced) - SEAL - Open Rank (Hybri with Security Clearance
Company: The Georgia Tech Research Institute
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview: The Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the
nonprofit, applied research division of the Georgia Institute of
Technology (Georgia Tech).Founded in 1934 as the Engineering
Experiment Station, GTRI has grown to more than 2,900 employees,
supporting eight laboratories in over 20 locations around the
country and performing more than $940 million of problem-solving
research annually for government and industry.GTRI's renowned
researchers combine science, engineering, economics, policy, and
technical expertise to solve complex problems for the U.Sfederal
government, state, and industryGeorgia Tech's Mission and Values
Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology
and improve the human conditionThe Institute has nine key values
that are foundational to everything we do: 1Students are our top
priority2We strive for excellence3We thrive on diversity4We
celebrate collaboration5We champion innovation6We safeguard freedom
of inquiry and expression7We nurture the wellbeing of our
community8We act ethically9We are responsible stewardsOver the next
decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive
innovation, a leading technological research university of
unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good;
breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and
global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology
broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders
from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create
solutions with real human impactLocation Smyrna, GA (Metro Atlanta)
Project/Unit Description The Command, Control, and Communications
Division (C3D) within the Sensors and Electromagnetic Applications
Laboratory (SEAL) delivers world-class robust communications and
fused data capabilities to the warfighterC3D focuses on the
ideation, development, implementation, testing, and analysis of
various technical challenges ranging from joint all-domain command
and control warfighting concepts to the challenges posed by the
increasing lethality of the modern contested, degraded environment
of a near-peer adversaryJob Purpose The Research Program Manager
directs and oversees a portfolio of research projects that includes
internal and external sponsor and stakeholder engagementThe
Research Program Manager is responsible both for the oversight of
technical execution, schedule, and budget of assigned
portfoliosSpecifically, the Research Program Manager develops the
planning of programs and future projects through routine
interactions with stakeholdersThe Research Program Manager develops
trusted relationships with sponsors and also serves in an advisory
capacity to critical stakeholders defining the technical direction
of projects and technical thrustsKey Responsibilities--- Oversee
technical government programs which are of relatively
medium-to-high risk and medium-to-high complexity.--- Ensure that
all required resources such as engineering expertise, manpower,
production, computer infrastructure, facilities, etcare available
for the program.--- Build multi-disciplinary teams across the
organization.--- Plan, direct, and monitor program budgets and
serve as primary sponsor contact for program information
inquiries.--- Author and oversee delivery of project
deliverables.--- Coordinate schedules, briefing materials, minutes
and logistics associated with project meetings.--- Direct program
growth by proposing new ideas to sponsors and marketing new
technology or follow-on business opportunities.--- Understand and
present GTRI core competencies and lab capabilities to external
sponsors and stakeholders.--- Maintain an understanding of various
sponsors interests in a given technical area.--- Coordinate with
program development leads and GTRI support units on large proposals
and training curriculum.--- Understand and present GTRI core
competencies and lab capabilities to external sponsors and
stakeholders.--- Understands various sponsors interested in a given
technical area.--- Coordinate with program development leads and
GTRI support units on large proposals and training curriculum.---
Understand sponsor portfolios of projects across labs in the
Directorate.--- Maintain Directorate-level knowledge of strategic
plans and complementary technical area or technology overlaps.---
Maintains knowledge of government and Institute regulations that
govern GTRI projects.--- Communicate effectively to mediate between
multiple stakeholders and converge on optimal solutionsAdditional
Responsibilities--- Strategize, implement, and maintain program
initiatives that adhere to organizational objectives.--- Develop
program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement.---
Maintain organizational standards of satisfaction, quality, and
performance.--- Oversee multiple project teams, ensuring program
goals are reached.--- Manage budget and funding channels for
maximum productivity.--- Establish, maintain, and evolve the
strategic vision and execution plan for the branch to enhance
sponsored project portfolios and technical capabilities.---
Exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and
organizational skills.--- Working knowledge of digital
marketing.--- Outstanding working knowledge of change management
principles and performance evaluation processes.--- Perform other
duties as assignedRequired Minimum Qualifications--- Previous
experience with advanced budget planning and oversight (preference
given to those with program management experience).--- Experience
managing government DoD programs and projects.--- Data Analysis.---
Exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and
organizational skills--- C2 Operations and Joint Operations
planning.--- Outstanding working knowledge of change management
principles and performance evaluation processesPreferred
Qualifications--- Active Secret Clearance.--- Previous experience
in an advanced technical management role (preference is given to
those with program management experience.)--- U.S Air Force
Acquisitions Experience.--- Leading Integrated Product Teams
(IPTs).--- Experience drafting Performance Work Statements (PWS),
Quality Assurance Plans (QASP), Independent Government Cost
Estimates (IGCE), Systems Requirements Document (SRD).--- Managing
Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs).--- Previous stakeholder
management skills.--- Proven technical proposal writing
experience.--- Executive Communications expertiseTravel
Requirements 10% - 25% travel Education and Length of Experience
This position vacancy is an open-rank announcementThe final job
offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment
with Research Faculty Extension Professional ranks as outlined in
section 3.2.1 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook--- 14 years of
related experience with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical
Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Military
Services or other related field.--- 12 years of related experience
with a Masters' degree in Mechanical Engineering, Computer
Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Military Services or other
related field.--- 9 years of related experience with a Ph.Din
Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace
Engineering, Military Services or other related fieldU.SCitizenship
Requirements Due to our research contracts with the U.Sfederal
government, candidates for this position must be
U.SCitizensClearance Type Required Candidates must be able to
obtain and maintain an active security clearanceBenefits at GTRI
Comprehensive information on currently offered GTRI benefits,
including Health & Welfare, Retirement Plans, Tuition
Reimbursement, Time Off, and Professional Development, can be found
through this link: https://hr.gatech.edu/benefits Equal Employment
Opportunity The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is
an Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe University is committed
to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for allTo that
end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents
policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal
opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members
of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission
and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in
institutional programs, activities, or servicesGeorgia Tech
complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal
opportunity in the workplace and in educational activitiesGeorgia
Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment,
on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex
(including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran
status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissionsThis
prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other
members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates,
invitees, and guestsFurther, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship
status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in
hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are
required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order,
or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by
Federal, State, or local government contractAll members of the USG
community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values, which
consists of Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and RespectThese
values shape and fundamentally support our University's
workAdditionally, all faculty, staff, and administrators must also
be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents and Georgia
Institute of Technology's policies on Freedom of Expression and
Academic FreedomMore information on these policies can be found
here: Board of Regents Policy Manual - University System of Georgia
(usg.edu)Posted: 04/16/2024 Closes: 05/16/2024 Back
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