Lead Program Manager

Lead System Program ManagerWoburn, MAThe Team:STR's Space Missions and Sensing (SMS) Sector's mission is to develop and apply innovative technology to space-based sensing, space control, and counter-sensing. Within the SMS Sector, the Space and Counter Space (SCS) team is at the forefront in electronic warfare technologies. Our team strives to bring critical and transformational capabilities to the warfighter through creative ideas and techniques. To realize the value, the team develops both engineering and operational prototypes to demonstrate capabilities in real world environments.We take pride in our ability to address warfighter operational needs. Our core team includes principal investigators, program managers, signal processors, SW developers, FPGA expertise, RF and Electromagnetic engineers, and mechanical design experts. Our facilities support on site build and test (benchtop, anechoic chamber, and over the air). We collaborate with a dynamic group of research engineers across STR, academic researchers, and industry partners to develop practical and effective solutions to RF sensing and counter-sensing challenges.Building upon our strong performance the work is expanding. We are seeking individuals with program management experience and interest in being part of a system of systems work program encompassing both new capabilities and operational prototype systems. If you're seeking an opportunity to apply your program management skills while contributing to a work program strategic vision we invite you to join us.The Role:The Space Mission Sector is seeking a Program Manager to join our growing technology company in the Boston area. Candidate will support programs covering a range of system capabilities, test needs, and demonstration locations. Strong technical, interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills are desired.What you will do:Management/oversight of program schedule and budget. Navigate through complex program requirements to bring clarity to execution planWork in partnership with program principal investigator on planning, execution, and delivery of program capabilityIdentification of risks and development of mitigation plans. Monitor progress against goals and initiate corrective actions as appropriateCoordinate across functional capabilities to maximize outcomeCommunicate effectively with stakeholders to manage expectations and drive continuous improvementsEffectively execute multiple programs to ensure cost, schedule, and technical program metrics are being tracked and are within planProvide expertise in proposal development by leading the capture and proposal writing/delivery while ensuring adherence to gated capture processCreate subcontractor statements of work and manage/track subcontractors to ensure proper executionCreate and maintain an environment that fosters collaboration by giving clear direction and constructive feedbackUnderstand customer/operational need, ensure outcomes meet the need, and identify future opportunitiesConnect across synergistic programs to realize execution efficiencies and to help shape STR strategyWho you are:Active Security Clearance at the Secret or Top Secret (TS) level, for which U.S citizenship is needed by the U.S governmentAbility to obtain and retain a SCI/SAP Security ClearanceBachelor's degree in engineering and minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience in Government contracting or research and developmentExperience managing projects for the Department of DefenseSkills and experience in the use of tools to aid in program managementStrong presentation and organization skills with ability to:Work with principal investigator on execution plansProvide clear and concise prioritiesConnect between programs to maximize benefits to our customerPay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $147,000 - $200,000The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe!