Head of Technical Programme Management

Technical Program Manager

Location: Dallas, TX, 75243

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro‑optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles, and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Job Summary

The Research, Advanced Prototyping, and Innovative Design (RAPID) Laboratory within the Electro‑Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) business is responsible for all materials, FPA, and camera research to advance EOIS technology with government and industry partners. The Technical Program Manager for the RAPID Laboratory is responsible for managing the daily execution of a large, complex program, or several smaller complex programs in accordance with contract requirements and company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Job Responsibilities

Monitor the quality of deliverables

Organize project and task workloads and select individuals most qualified for specific projects

Lead all meetings and the integrated product team (kick‑off through project close)

Provide interface, communication, and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts and bid and proposal activities

May lead bid and proposal activities, ensuring that the requirements of the request for proposal are met in the preparation and documentation of bids and proposals

Develop new methods for tracking and reporting program status statistics

Actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development

Represent management at program reviews, meetings, seminars, etc.

Maintain complex and/or challenging customer relationships

Make recommendations to management on changes as appropriate

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with technical training

5+ years functional or program management experience

Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills; team player who communicates effectively to promote collaboration across the organization

Ability to achieve results in a matrixed organizational structure, interfacing and coordinating efforts with various functional groups, including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Finance

Desired Skills

Master’s or Doctoral degree in the Physical Sciences or Engineering

5+ years leadership experience managing technology development programs

Prior defense industry experience in the development of electro‑optics

Possess an active U.S. security clearance or can obtain one

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career‑growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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