R&D Manager

R and D Manager, Armtec Defense TechnologiesArmtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the Transdigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades. Company ProfileCompany: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and CountermeasuresJob OverviewTitle: R&D ManagerJob Family: EngineeringReports to: Director of Engineering for Ordnance Works with: mid-level managers and supervisors, employeesLocation: Coachella, CaliforniaType: Full-TimeJob SummaryThe R&D Manager is responsible for managing a strategic growth program for concept definition, qualification and bringing into production new EDT products for defense and related applications. Primary ResponsibilitiesWorking with Armtec Defense Technologies and customer staff to identify and define specific products suited to Armtec Defense Technologies operations and capabilities.Coordinating the activities of Armtec Defense Technologies functional groups to deliver a qualified product in a timely manner and within a carefully controlled budget/schedule.Prepare and manage capital expense requisitions to secure the necessary funding for facility and equipment.Ensure all activities planned for the efficient execution of the program are performed to give a high-quality product, on time, and to cost.Develop detailed work breakdown structures associated with the activities needed for achieving the stated primary goal.Identify program risks, and develop a risk-mitigation strategy for the program.Developing a product launch, marketing and distribution campaign. Liaising with customers and partners to create an efficient program plan and statement of work meeting Armtec Defense Technologies financial requirements.Effectively utilizing internal and external resources for program execution.Providing mentoring of potential new program management staff and personnel. Providing routine, accurate reports to senior management as required on program status, cost, schedule, risks etc. – written and/or verbal reports as necessary.+Maintain the highest ethical standards, even when challenged from aboveUnderstand and live by Armtec’s ethics and business conduct policiesQualificationsExemplary communication and interpersonal skills. Five (5) plus years working on defense programs.Advanced degrees.Previous DOD experience or a basic understanding of Defense contracting.ISO 9000 procedures.Some military/college or external training in Project or Program Management.Must be dependable, responsible, and accurate and have the ability to deal with people effectively.Armtec CompetenciesArmtec seeks senior leaders who demonstrate a positive outlook; sense of urgency, professionalism; cool under pressure; approachability, charismatic leadership, interpersonal savvy, motivational skills, conflict management, assessing people, organizing, planning, priority setting, building effective teams, managerial courage, fairness to direct reports and relentless drive for results.Education & Professional Work Experience RequirementsMust be authorized to work in the U.S.To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. GovernmentWork Hours4/10 workweek To ApplyPlease apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.Salary Range: $110,387 - $153,000/AnnualBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionHealth Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contributionFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment InsuranceDisability InsuranceParent Leave PayEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)VacationSick LeaveHolidays (9 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December)401(k) matchingTuition AssistanceSummaryLocation: Coachella, CA, United StatesType: Full TimeExperience: ExperiencedDepartment: CAO - Engineering