Who We Are:

Join the Tactical Aerospace Team! Our team designs and develops avionics and aerospace systems for the DoD industry. Systems also includes Neuromorphic and Cognitive AI.

Objectives of this Role:

• Join our Tactical Aerospace Department to manage the development, integration, test, document, and manufacture of complex embedded avionics and DoD aerospace systems.
• Development programs span multiple avionics/aerospace programs and ground base systems.
• This position is located in San Antonio, TX. Will be required to travel to other SwRI sites and/or customer sites.
• As a Program Manager, manage one or more programs through the full product life cycle.
• Perform typical PM tasks such as: create and manage Integrated Master Schedules, manage program budgets, manage CDRL's, present to senior management, and act as the primary interface to customers.
• Will also be involved with leading Bid and Proposal efforts and driving business development/marketing efforts.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Manage small and large programs related to avionics and related industries.
• Manage engineering teams with a variety of skill sets to develop, document, integrate, and test complex avionics systems while managing the schedule, budget, EVMS, CDRL's, and customer expectations of the project.
• Present program status to senior management on a monthly basis, or more if needed.
• Lead bid and proposal efforts, as well as support business development/marketing efforts.
• Manage Risks and Opportunities.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related engineering degree with directly related experience.
• 10+ years: Avionics/aerospace engineering development and/or Program Management experience.
• 5+ years: Experience as a Program Manager in avionics development.
• 3 years: Experience within a engineering development environment.
• Shown experience leading engineering teams from complex development programs through test, production, and deployment.
• Experience in DOD contract vehicles (such as OTA, IDIQ, etc).
• Experience managing customer expectations and with customer negotiations.
• Experience managing subcontracts and their deliveries.
• Experience in avionics, DoD aerospace, and aerospace complex electronics development projects.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.