Communications Systems Technical Project Manager

University of Texas; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin through Applied Research Laboratories seeks a Communications Systems Technical Project Manager at the Pickle Research Campus to oversee Naval acoustic and RF projects. You will coordinate with ATSD engineering, develop detailed execution plans, and manage schedules and test events.

This role requires five years of PM experience, strong communication, and the ability to document and present technical information to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, engineering management, or similar technical field.
• Experience with RF communications systems, communications networks.
• Five years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and leading technical projects.
• Three years of demonstrated experience in managing engineering teams.
• Experience planning, developing and executing technical project plans across a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and technical staff.
• Demonstrated ability to document, maintain and present technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, be willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time.
• This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
• US Citizen.
• Applicant selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with ATSD engineering to develop, document and execute detailed technical execution plans, maintain schedule of critical development and testing events, and measure and status progress towards meeting those critical development events to the supervisory chain.
• Serve as the technical systems lead, evaluating engineering development plans and reviewing design against technical requirements.
• Oversee ATSD project execution, including fabrication, integration, at-sea testing, and support of undersea sensing and communications technologies.
• Prepare & present written reports, PowerPoint slides and other graphical media of test event details and results to internal and external project stakeholders.
• Assist ATSD Program Managers with staffing by identifying personnel resource needs, identifying candidates, interviewing, and hiring full-time engineering staff members.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Skills

US citizenship

RF communications systems

Project management

Leading technical projects

Documentation & presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Posting Details

• Job Posting Title: Communications Systems Technical Project Manager
• Hiring Department: Applied Research Laboratories
• Position Open To: All Applicants
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40
• FLSA Status: Exempt from FLSA
• Earliest Start Date: Immediately
• Position Duration: Expected to Continue
• Location: PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

Purpose

This position will be responsible for the technical project management of multiple Naval acoustic and radio frequency (RF) efforts in the Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL).

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Advanced Tactical Systems Division (ATSD) engineering team to develop, document and execute detailed technical execution plans, maintain schedule of critical development and testing events, and measure and status progress towards meeting those critical development events to the supervisory chain. Serve as the technical systems lead, evaluating engineering development plans and reviewing design against technical requirements. Oversee ATSD project execution, including fabrication, integration, at-sea testing, and support of undersea sensing and communications technologies. Prepare & present written reports, PowerPoint slides and other graphical media of test event details and results to internal and external project stakeholders. Assist ATSD Program Managers with staffing by identifying personnel resource needs, identifying candidates, interviewing, and hiring full-time engineering staff members. Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, software engineering, engineering management, or similar technical field.
• Experience with RF communications systems, communications networks.
• Five years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and leading technical projects.
• Three years of demonstrated experience in managing engineering teams.
• Experience planning, developing and executing technical project plans across a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists and technical staff.
• Demonstrated ability to document, maintain and present technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized, capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks, be willing to accept and incorporate feedback, and managing their time.
• This position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving, sound engineering judgment, and excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision, and effectively communicate with all groups of clients.
• Applicant must be able to work under pressure and accept supervision with regular and punctual attendance.
• US Citizen.
• Applicant selected will be subject to government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field.
• Seven years of related experience.
• At least five years of demonstrated experience in technical project management.
• Prior military or defense system development experience.
• Experience with Department of Defense acquisition processes.
• Experience working with classified information systems.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0.

General Notes

An agency designated by the federal government handles the investigation as to the requirement for eligibility for access to classified information. Factors considered during this investigation include but are not limited to allegiance to the United States, foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations, drug involvement, the likelihood of continuation of such conduct, etc.

Salary Range

$100,000-$140,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

Standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Use of manual dexterity

Some weekend, evening and holiday work

Possible interstate/intrastate travel

Exposure to all weather conditions

Exposure to electrical/mechanical hazards

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Employment Eligibility Verification

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Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.

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