Program Manager

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?

At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.

Rincon Research Corporation (RRC), an employee-owned company, is seeking a Program Manager to work in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment with similarly motivated electrical engineers, mathematicians, computer scientists, and analysts who are collectively responsible for creating custom digital signal processing solutions and leveraging them to make an operational mission impact.

Come join the team that is creating cutting edge signal processing and geolocation systems for the future!

What are the primary responsibilities in the Program Manager position?

The Program Manager is responsible for all phases of the contract lifecycle including business development, proposal development, staffing, development of plans and schedules, project management and control, overseeing formal tests, financial management and forecasting, project reviews, quality, customer relationships, reporting to customers and RRC management, and long-term product support. This position acts with a large degree of independence and has responsibility for delivering customer satisfaction and maintaining the reputation of the company. The Program Manager is responsible for one or more projects which may or may not be interrelated and may or may not serve the same customer. Together, we create custom digital signal processing solutions and communications systems in support of national defense.

What required background will make you successful?

• BS or higher in engineering, physics, computer science, IT, or mathematics.
• At least 15 years’ experience in the electronics development and/or defense and intelligence fields with at least 5 years of leadership experience
• Experience in creating plans and schedules that include resources and financials
• Experience building and leading cross-functional teams
• Experience in monitoring and controlling project execution
• Proven ability to cooperate with customers and deliver high quality results
• Experience in sales, capture, or business development
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance (US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED)

Preferred skills:

• M.S. or higher in engineering, physics, computer science, mathematics (counts for 2 years of experience)
• Master’s in Business Administration
• Experience as a development engineer or mission analyst
• Professional certification in project management
• Understanding of Earned Value Management
• Experience writing proposals and winning contracts

Where is the position located?

This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters.

What benefits does RRC offer?

• 100% employer-paid premiums for family medical and dental insurance, employee life insurance, short-term and long-term disability (STD & LTD)
• Flexible reimbursement spending accounts for medical expense and dependent care
• Immediate participation and vesting in the company’s Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Plan
• Employer contributions to RRC’s ESOP
• Employer matching contributions to the company’s 401( k) Plan
• Employer discretionary contributions to the company’s 401(k) Plan

Rincon Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.