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Southwest Research Institute SR. PROGRAM MANAGER-R&D - Space-based Programs in Saint Paul, Minnesota
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, AR, 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, Computer Science & Software 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: $144,498-240,885 Special Requirements: Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas Or Remote For benefits information at our San Antonio location, click here. For benefits information at all other locations, click here. An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disabled/Veteran Committed to Diversity in the Workplace