Director, Cyber & Assurance R&D Projects

VulnU; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Retirement match

Learning budget

30 days PTO

Job summary

Collins Applied Research & Technology seeks a Project Chief Engineer to manage a diverse portfolio of emerging technologies in cyber security, tactical operations, and high assurance systems. You will support a team of cross-functional engineers to develop innovative cyber and assurance solutions for the future connected battlespace.

You will be responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, while meeting

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience
• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Experience managing projects and engineering teams, including resource planning and task allocation
• Experience in project management and systems engineering for the design and development of systems/products involving both hardware and software components, as well as system integration

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team of cross-functional engineers to ensure alignment with program requirements and successful delivery of project outcomes
• Work in partnership with the Program Management Team (PMT) to define project scope, align with contractual commitments, and ensure technical requirements are met
• Ensure the execution of engineering work packages in accordance with the project contract and delivery schedule
• Coordinate with Program Managers, Engineering Managers, and Principal Investigators (PIs) to manage resource allocation and ensure adequate support for engineering activities
• Manage program risks and opportunities in collaboration with PIs, technical leads, and design authorities
• Monitor and manage functional and program baselines, including customer-driven changes
• Support the PMT in identifying cost and schedule impacts for out-of-scope requests
• Perform typical project management tasks, including project planning, resource allocation, risk management, financial tracking, and reporting
• Review and approve project and technical documentation to ensure compliance with company and customer requirements
• Provide technical input for business development, bid and pursuit efforts, and project planning activities
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal teams, customers, subcontractors, and suppliers to address risks and resolve technical challenges

Skills

Project management

Systems engineering

Leadership

Resource planning

Risk management

Education

STEM degree

Job description

Collins Applied Research & Technology seeks a Project Chief Engineer to manage a diverse portfolio of emerging technologies in cyber security, tactical operations, and high assurance systems. You will support a team of cross-functional engineers to develop innovative cyber and assurance solutions for the future connected battlespace.

You will be responsible for ensuring the successful planning, execution, and delivery of engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, while meeting