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Additional responsibilities include solving customer problems, briefing customers, participating in proposal activities, and supporting efforts to market HRL expertise.\nKey Responsibilities:\nLead diverse technical teams in executing multiple government and/or industry prime programs through all phases of design, development, integration, test, and production\nFamiliarity with both product development and next generation Radio Frequency (RF) R&D with emphasis on Radar architectures, components, and supporting technologies\nServe as the primary customer point of contact and customer-facing program manager responsible for overall program execution, customer communication, cost, schedule, and performance\nDevelop and maintain strong working relationships with government customers and large defense prime contractors, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, trust, and alignment\nLead proposal efforts, support capture activities, and manage customer growth opportunities\nResponsible for meeting cost, schedule, and performance requirements and overall program execution\nCollaborate with project teams to establish plans and milestones and monitor execution against those plans\nDevelop and manage program plans, schedules, and milestones; monitor program performance; identify risks and issues; and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful execution\nSupport line managers in employee development by providing performance feedback, identifying growth opportunities within the program, and mentoring\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, Math, or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred\nExperience leading multidisciplinary teams and interfacing with government customers is essential\nMinimum 7 years of general experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment\nMinimum 5 years of program or project management experience on U.S. government contracts ($5M to $10M+)\nExperience with advanced development of defense systems, including RF and Photonics subsystems in Radar, Communications, and Sensing\nExperience leading in a matrixed organization, with the ability to collaborate and influence\nStrong background in systems engineering and hardware development lifecycles, including transition from R&D to production\nProfessional experience in proposal development, business development, and marketing\nHands-on experience with EVMS, CAM, variance analysis, and EAC management\nStrong understanding of U.S. government solicitations, proposal submission requirements, and the acquisition process\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience on classified programs and familiarity with security requirements\nCertifications: PMP/PgMP, INCOSE CSEP, or equivalent\nKnowledge of AS9100, Lean/Six Sigma, and supplier quality management\nKnowledge of systems engineering, particularly requirements management and verification/validation\nPhysical Requirements:\nMust be able to interact professionally with managers, co workers, and customers\nMust be willing to travel, work with highly skilled engineers on complex projects, and operate in a fast paced, deadline driven environment\nMust be sufficiently mobile to work within confined spaces and possess adequate visual and hearing acuity\nSpecial Requirements:\nU.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance\nActive U.S. Security Clearance is a plus.\nCompensation and Benefits:\n Pay Range: $172,900 - $221,600\nOur salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location (California). 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